F0/100
HOWARD WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 21,133 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
WI4050468
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – May 27, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 17, 2024 – June 27, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 16, 2023 – December 19, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 HOWARD WATERWORKS
Is HOWARD WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
HOWARD WATERWORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOWARD WATERWORKS detected?
70 contaminants were tested in HOWARD WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOWARD WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOWARD WATERWORKS has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, Other, MON. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOWARD WATERWORKS serve?
HOWARD WATERWORKS serves approximately 21,133 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Green Bay.
What type of water does HOWARD WATERWORKS provide?
HOWARD WATERWORKS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WI4050468.
How does HOWARD WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
HOWARD 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.