A88/100
MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,144 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WI4710334
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 320.88 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2015.
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 MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL
Is MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL water safe to drink?
MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL have any EPA violations?
Yes, MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL serve?
MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL serves approximately 15,144 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Menasha.
What type of water does MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL provide?
MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL 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 WI4710334.
How does MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
MENASHA ELEC & WATER UTIL scores 88/100 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.