A89/100
INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,064 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA1037070
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT
Is INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT serve?
INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT serves approximately 6,064 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Independence.
What type of water does INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT provide?
INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA1037070.
How does INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
INDEPENDENCE WATER DEPT scores 89/100 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.