F9/100
PARK FALLS WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,993 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WI8510130
Violations
76
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.39 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 PARK FALLS WATERWORKS
Is PARK FALLS WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
PARK FALLS WATERWORKS water receives a grade of F (9/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 76 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PARK FALLS WATERWORKS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PARK FALLS 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 PARK FALLS WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, PARK FALLS WATERWORKS has 76 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PARK FALLS WATERWORKS serve?
PARK FALLS WATERWORKS serves approximately 2,993 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Park Falls.
What type of water does PARK FALLS WATERWORKS provide?
PARK FALLS WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI8510130.
How does PARK FALLS WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
PARK FALLS WATERWORKS scores 9/100 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.