Question 1

Where does utility provider data come from?

Accepted Answer

Utility data is compiled from Census Bureau ACS housing data (heating fuel, costs), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) for water systems, and state utility commission records. Provider names and service areas come from utility filings and municipal records.

Question 2

What is included in monthly housing costs?

Accepted Answer

Census Bureau housing cost data includes mortgage or rent payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities (electric, gas, water, sewer), and condominium fees if applicable. The median housing cost gives a typical monthly total for homeowners or renters in the municipality.

Question 3

How do I find out who provides my water?

Accepted Answer

Your water provider is typically the municipal water department or a regional water commission. Check your water bill for the provider name, or search the EPA's SDWIS database. This page lists all public water systems serving this area along with any violations.

Name▲▼	Type▲▼	Status▲▼	Population Served▼
BUFFALO CENTER MUNI WATER DEPT	Community	Active	857
WHITTEMORE MUNI WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	522
RAKE WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	186
LONE ROCK WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	146
HAVELOCK WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	130
OAK LAKE MAINTENANCE, INC.	Community	Active	128
LEDYARD WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	121
WOODLYN HILLS	Community	Active	80
SOUTHDALE HOME OWNERS ASSN	Community	Active	70
OAK SHORES	Community	Active	55
PLOVER WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	50
INGHAM LAKE ESTATES	Community	Inactive	46
WESTERN HILLS	Community	Inactive	45
OTTOSEN WATER SUPPLY	Community	Active	41
SOUTH OAKS ESTATES	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	24