B70/100
BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,031 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WI6490330
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS
Is BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS serve?
BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS serves approximately 1,031 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Balsam Lake.
What type of water does BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS provide?
BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI6490330.
How does BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
BALSAM LAKE WATERWORKS scores 70/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Wisconsin state page for a full comparison of water systems.