B78/100
FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,285 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA9525047
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.38 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 1992.
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 FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY
Is FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY detected?
32 contaminants were tested in FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1992. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY serve?
FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 4,285 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Forest City.
What type of water does FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY provide?
FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA9525047.
How does FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY scores 78/100 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.