Water Quality in Washburn, WI (54891)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 54891.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 62% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,297
Population
51
Water Systems
8
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)
Washburn Waterworks
1 health-basedGood Thyme
Namekagon Lake Campground #3
Namekagon Lake Campground #1
Namekagon Lake Campground #2 Beach
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 6
All resolvedKirsten Soccer Complex
Onion River Tavern
C Side Inn
Lake Superior View Golf Course
Country Kids Daycare
Fat Radish The
Rocky Run Resort 3
Bayfield Co Twin Bear Campground Boat Landing
Rocky Run Resort 2
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 2
U S F S Lake Owen Outlet
Washburn School Forest
Washburn School District
Bayview Town Park
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 7
All resolvedU S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 5
All resolvedBayfield Co Fairgrounds Main Restroom
Rocky Run Resort 1
Bayfield Co Twin Bear Campground Office
Bayfield Co Fairgrounds South Storm Shelter
Bayfield Co Fairgrounds Groomer Barn
Grace Bible Fellowship Church
Bayfield Co Delta Lake Campground
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 4
Thompsons West End Park West Campground
Thompsons West End Park East Woods
Bayfield Co Big Rock Campground
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 1
Twin Bear Lake Park 2
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 3
Chequamegon Community Church
Bayfield Co Atkins Lake Park
Valhalla View Pub And Grub
U S F S Two Lakes Cmpgd 1a
All resolvedU S F S Horseshoe Lake Cmpgd
U S F S Mt Valhalla Recreation Area
U S F S Perch Lake Cmpgd 1 North
U S F S Wanoka Cmpgd 2
U S F S Birch Grove Cmpgd 2
U S F S Perch Lake Cmpgd 2 South
U S F S Wanoka Cmpgd 1
U S F S Birch Grove Cmpgd 1
U S F S Long Lk Picnic Grnd - South Well
U S F S Lake Owen Picnic Ground
U S F S Long Lk Picnic Grnd - North Well
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2023
How Does This Compare?
Washburn (54891) has more violations than 62% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 8.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.