F19/100
GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,449 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA6525090
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
Is GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES water safe to drink?
GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (19/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MON, MCL, MR. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES serve?
GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES serves approximately 5,449 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Glenwood.
What type of water does GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES provide?
GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA6525090.
How does GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Iowa?
GLENWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES scores 19/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Iowa state page for a full comparison of water systems.