A91/100
RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,000 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WI6480246
Violations
2
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – July 16, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
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 RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS
Is RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS serve?
RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS serves approximately 16,000 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: River Falls.
What type of water does RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS provide?
RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI6480246.
How does RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
RIVER FALLS WATERWORKS scores 91/100 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.