B72/100
ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,461 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA2503003
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.10 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2001.
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 ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS
Is ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2001. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serve?
ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serves approximately 6,461 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Adel.
What type of water does ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS provide?
ADEL 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 IA2503003.
How does ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Iowa?
ADEL MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS scores 72/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Iowa state page for a full comparison of water systems.