A91/100
ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,230 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA5300947
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2021 – March 1, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY
Is ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY water safe to drink?
ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY have any EPA violations?
Yes, ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY serve?
ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY serves approximately 1,230 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Anamosa.
What type of water does ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY provide?
ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA5300947.
How does ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY scores 91/100 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.