B72/100
ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,219 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA2223011
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1995.
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 ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT
Is ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1995. Violation types include MR.
How many people does ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT serve?
ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,219 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Elkader.
What type of water does ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT provide?
ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA2223011.
How does ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
ELKADER MUNI WATER DEPT scores 72/100 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.