F0/100
NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,899 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
WI2680217
Violations
273
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2017.
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 NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY
Is NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 273 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY has 273 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 14 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY serve?
NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY serves approximately 27,899 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: New Berlin.
What type of water does NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY provide?
NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY 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 WI2680217.
How does NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
NEW BERLIN WATER UTILITY 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.