C53/100
PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,866 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WI7720113
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY
Is PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY serve?
PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY serves approximately 1,866 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Port Edwards.
What type of water does PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY provide?
PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI7720113.
How does PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
PORT EDWARDS WATER UTILITY scores 53/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Wisconsin state page for a full comparison of water systems.