A82/100
GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,817 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA2242018
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.85 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY
Is GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of A (82/100), 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 GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY detected?
2 contaminants were tested in GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MR.
How many people does GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY serve?
GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY serves approximately 1,817 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Guttenberg.
What type of water does GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY provide?
GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA2242018.
How does GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
GUTTENBERG WATER UTILITY scores 82/100 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.