B70/100
MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,688 people · Iowa
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IA2948062
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY
Is MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MCL, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY serve?
MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 1,688 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Mediapolis.
What type of water does MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY provide?
MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IA2948062.
How does MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
MEDIAPOLIS WATER SUPPLY scores 70/100 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.