A94/100
COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 64,447 people · Iowa
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
IA7820080
Violations
3
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 COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS
Is COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS detected?
69 contaminants were tested in COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS serve?
COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS serves approximately 64,447 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Council Bluffs.
What type of water does COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS provide?
COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IA7820080.
How does COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Iowa?
COUNCIL BLUFFS WATER WORKS scores 94/100 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.