A91/100
MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,077 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA2839021
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1988.
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 MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY
Is MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of A (91/100), 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 MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1988. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY serve?
MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 5,077 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Manchester.
What type of water does MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY provide?
MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA2839021.
How does MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
MANCHESTER WATER SUPPLY scores 91/100 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.