B79/100
FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 25,874 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IA9433050
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2350.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – August 22, 2025Enforcement: 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 FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY
Is FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY serve?
FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 25,874 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Fort Dodge.
What type of water does FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY provide?
FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA9433050.
How does FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
FORT DODGE WATER SUPPLY scores 79/100 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.