A89/100
WEST SALEM WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,045 people · Wisconsin
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WI6320334
Violations
4
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2011.
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 SALEM WATERWORKS
Is WEST SALEM WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
WEST SALEM WATERWORKS water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WEST SALEM WATERWORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WEST SALEM WATERWORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WEST SALEM WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST SALEM WATERWORKS has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WEST SALEM WATERWORKS serve?
WEST SALEM WATERWORKS serves approximately 5,045 people, Wisconsin. The system provides water to 1 community: West Salem.
What type of water does WEST SALEM WATERWORKS provide?
WEST SALEM WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WI6320334.
How does WEST SALEM WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Wisconsin?
WEST SALEM WATERWORKS scores 89/100 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.