B74/100
GALESVILLE WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,679 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WI6620271
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024 – October 3, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 11, 2023 – June 11, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Other non-health-based violation
When: October 1, 2023 – July 12, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 GALESVILLE WATERWORKS
Is GALESVILLE WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
GALESVILLE WATERWORKS water receives a grade of B (74/100), 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 GALESVILLE WATERWORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GALESVILLE WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GALESVILLE WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, GALESVILLE WATERWORKS has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does GALESVILLE WATERWORKS serve?
GALESVILLE WATERWORKS serves approximately 1,679 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Galesville.
What type of water does GALESVILLE WATERWORKS provide?
GALESVILLE WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI6620271.
How does GALESVILLE WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
GALESVILLE WATERWORKS scores 74/100 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.