C56/100
RACINE WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 105,100 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WI2520062
Violations
25
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 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 RACINE WATERWORKS
Is RACINE WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
RACINE WATERWORKS water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 25 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RACINE WATERWORKS detected?
76 contaminants were tested in RACINE WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RACINE WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, RACINE WATERWORKS has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does RACINE WATERWORKS serve?
RACINE WATERWORKS serves approximately 105,100 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: Racine.
What type of water does RACINE WATERWORKS provide?
RACINE WATERWORKS 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 WI2520062.
How does RACINE WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
RACINE WATERWORKS scores 56/100 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.