A83/100
GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,593 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA3937016
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.82 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 GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK
Is GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK water safe to drink?
GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK detected?
2 contaminants were tested in GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK have any EPA violations?
Yes, GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1992. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK serve?
GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK serves approximately 1,593 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Guthrie Center.
What type of water does GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK provide?
GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA3937016.
How does GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK compare to other utilities in Iowa?
GUTHRIE CENTER MUNI WATER WORK scores 83/100 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.