Williams Bay, WI · PWSID WI2650060
Williams Bay Waterworks lead service lines
7 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Williams Bay Waterworks reported 4 lead and 3 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 1,933 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 276 lines. Another 1,112 (58%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #182 of 258 Wisconsin systems with confirmed lead lines, and #4,976 nationally.
0.4% of Williams Bay Waterworks's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Wisconsin average (11%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 58%
- Non-lead 42%
Total service lines reported: 1,933. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 2,601; 963 connections.
Lead test results
Williams Bay Waterworks's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2026–Jun 2026) was 45 ppb, above the 15 ppb federal action level. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 3 in 2025 Q1 to 7 in 2026 Q3: up 4 (133%). Lines of unknown material went from 1,205 to 1,112, down 93 (7.7%).
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists 7 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based, 2 still open for Williams Bay Waterworks. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Closed |
| Jan 2026 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Closed |
| Jan 2026 | Missed source water monitoring | Open |
| Jul 2025 | Public education requirement not met health-based | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2025 | Missed initial lead and copper tap sampling | Open |
| Jan 2025 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Closed |
| Jan 2025 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Closed |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Williams Bay Waterworks's main water source is groundwater (wells).
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Williams Bay Waterworks whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Walworth County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Williams Bay Waterworks's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
53191
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Whitewater Waterworks | 182 | 0 |
| Elkhorn Waterworks | 310 | 1,615 |
| Delavan Waterworks | 626 | 1,244 |
| Lake Geneva Utility Commission | 424 | 97 |
| East Troy Waterworks | 88 | 703 |
| Genoa City Waterworks | 199 | 0 |
| Walworth Waterworks | 441 | 0 |
| Sharon Waterworks | 70 | 271 |
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Questions
Does Williams Bay Waterworks have lead pipes?
Yes. Williams Bay Waterworks reported 4 lead service lines and 3 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 1,933 total. 1,112 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Williams Bay Waterworks's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Williams Bay Waterworks replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Williams Bay Waterworks had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 7 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based, 2 still open for Williams Bay Waterworks.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
Embed or cite this data
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Williams Bay Waterworks lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/wi/williams-bay-waterworks/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.