C54/100
ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,721 people · Iowa
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IA6803010
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1996.
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 ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS
Is ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1996. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serve?
ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS serves approximately 3,721 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Albia.
What type of water does ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS provide?
ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IA6803010.
How does ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Iowa?
ALBIA MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS scores 54/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Iowa state page for a full comparison of water systems.