B77/100
CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 141,831 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
IA5715093
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT
Is CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MON, TT, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 141,831 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Cedar Rapids.
What type of water does CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IA5715093.
How does CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
CEDAR RAPIDS WATER DEPARTMENT scores 77/100 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.