A86/100
ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,599 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA4201001
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS
Is ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serve?
ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serves approximately 1,599 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Ackley.
What type of water does ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS provide?
ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA4201001.
How does ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Iowa?
ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS scores 86/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Iowa state page for a full comparison of water systems.