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▼
HENNEPIN PWD	Community	Active	750
HENNEPIN	Community	Inactive	650
CEDAR POINT WATER COMPANY	Community	Active	266
J & L	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	200
WASHINGTON MILLS	Non-Transient Non-Community	Active	65
ILLINOIS POWER	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	40
THE HAPPY HOBO LITTLE RED CABOOSE	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	40
PUTNAM COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPT	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25
PUTNAM CO CONSERVATION DIST	Transient Non-Community	Active	25
LAKE SENACHWINE LOWER	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25
LAKE SENACHWINE UPPER	Transient Non-Community	Active	25
KOOLER ICE LASALLE	Transient Non-Community	Active	25
KOOLER ICE SPRING VALLEY	Transient Non-Community	Active	25
ICE SHACK	Transient Non-Community	Active	25