A89/100
MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,368 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA6264063
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON)
Is MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) water safe to drink?
MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON)'s water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) have any EPA violations?
Yes, MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, MR.
How many people does MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) serve?
MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) serves approximately 1,368 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: New Sharon.
What type of water does MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) provide?
MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA6264063.
How does MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) compare to other utilities in Iowa?
MAHASKA RURAL WATER (NEW SHARON) 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.