B66/100
IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,146 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA4260097
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT
Is IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. 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 IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 5,146 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Iowa Falls.
What type of water does IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA4260097.
How does IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
IOWA FALLS WATER DEPARTMENT scores 66/100 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.