A92/100
AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 55,177 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA8503039
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Is AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT water safe to drink?
AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT have any EPA violations?
Yes, AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR.
How many people does AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT serve?
AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT serves approximately 55,177 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Ames.
What type of water does AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT provide?
AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA8503039.
How does AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
AMES WATER TREATMENT PLANT scores 92/100 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.