A80/100
KENOSHA WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 99,218 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WI2300046
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2002.
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 KENOSHA WATER UTILITY
Is KENOSHA WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
KENOSHA WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KENOSHA WATER UTILITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in KENOSHA WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KENOSHA WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, KENOSHA WATER UTILITY has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2002. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does KENOSHA WATER UTILITY serve?
KENOSHA WATER UTILITY serves approximately 99,218 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Kenosha.
What type of water does KENOSHA WATER UTILITY provide?
KENOSHA WATER UTILITY sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WI2300046.
How does KENOSHA WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
KENOSHA WATER UTILITY scores 80/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Wisconsin state page for a full comparison of water systems.