New Glarus, WI 53574

1 water system2,348 residents

Poor water quality - filtration recommended

D

Score: 26/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

56

Contaminants Detected

132

Violations on Record

1

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History8 / 25
Contaminant Severity24 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score26%

26 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
  • Whole Home Carbon Filter System
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

New Glarus vs WI & National Average

Detected Contaminants

56 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
AtrazineAgricultural
GlyphosateAgricultural
NitrateAgricultural
SimazineAgricultural
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHeavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
AldicarbOther
Aldicarb sulfoneOther
Aldicarb sulfoxideOther
BHC-GAMMAOther
CarbofuranOther
ChlordaneOther
ChlorineOther
DalaponOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
DinosebOther
DiquatOther
EndothallOther
EndrinOther
HeptachlorOther
Heptachlor epoxideOther
HexachlorocyclopentadieneOther
LASSOOther
MethoxychlorOther
OXAMYLOther
PentachlorophenolOther
PicloramOther
Public NoticeOther
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)Other
ToxapheneOther
Radium-226Radiological
Radium-228Radiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
HEXACHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
NEW GLARUS WATERWORKS
Population Served:
2,348
Systems With Violations:
1 of 1
Major Violations:
118
Enforcement Actions:
131

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.