A87/100
WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,414 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WI1570112
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.58 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2012.
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 WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS
Is WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in WEST BARABOO 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 WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR.
How many people does WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS serve?
WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS serves approximately 1,414 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: West Baraboo.
What type of water does WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS provide?
WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI1570112.
How does WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
WEST BARABOO WATERWORKS scores 87/100 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.