F0/100
BURLINGTON WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,958 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WI2520177
Violations
111
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.015 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 26, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 11, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BURLINGTON WATERWORKS
Is BURLINGTON WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
BURLINGTON WATERWORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 111 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BURLINGTON WATERWORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BURLINGTON WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BURLINGTON WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BURLINGTON WATERWORKS has 111 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does BURLINGTON WATERWORKS serve?
BURLINGTON WATERWORKS serves approximately 9,958 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Burlington.
What type of water does BURLINGTON WATERWORKS provide?
BURLINGTON WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI2520177.
How does BURLINGTON WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
BURLINGTON WATERWORKS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Wisconsin state page for a full comparison of water systems.