B67/100
AKRON, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,558 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IA7509008
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – September 15, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 AKRON, CITY OF
Is AKRON, CITY OF water safe to drink?
AKRON, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. 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 AKRON, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in AKRON, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AKRON, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, AKRON, CITY OF has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does AKRON, CITY OF serve?
AKRON, CITY OF serves approximately 1,558 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Akron.
What type of water does AKRON, CITY OF provide?
AKRON, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA7509008.
How does AKRON, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Iowa?
AKRON, CITY OF scores 67/100 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.