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Official Status: March 2026

Is Beaver Dam tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Beaver Dam scores 96/100.

Safety Score
96
out of 100

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Beaver Dam

Wisconsin

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Is Beaver Dam tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Beaver Dam scores 96/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Beaver Dam. We found 13 total violations (2 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Beaver Dam.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Beaver Dam?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Beaver Dam.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Water system history in Beaver Dam informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. The high safety score (96/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Beaver Dam

13
Violations (5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Beaver Dam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beaver Dam tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Beaver Dam scores 96/100.

How many water systems serve Beaver Dam?

Beaver Dam is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Beaver Dam?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Beaver Dam.

What is the water quality score for Beaver Dam?

The water quality score for Beaver Dam is 96 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Beaver Dam?

The top contaminants detected in Beaver Dam include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
96/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
16,200

Beaver Dam Water Quality Summary

Beaver Dam, WI receives a water quality score of 96/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Beaver Dam's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Beaver Dam's score of 96 is 11 points above the Wisconsin state average of 85, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Wisconsin water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0113 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Beaver Dam (1)

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