A98/100
BRITT WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,064 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IA4103045
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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 BRITT WATER WORKS
Is BRITT WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
BRITT WATER WORKS water receives a grade of A (98/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BRITT WATER WORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BRITT WATER WORKS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BRITT WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRITT WATER WORKS has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON.
How many people does BRITT WATER WORKS serve?
BRITT WATER WORKS serves approximately 2,064 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Britt.
What type of water does BRITT WATER WORKS provide?
BRITT WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA4103045.
How does BRITT WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Iowa?
BRITT WATER WORKS scores 98/100 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.