B78/100
MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,213 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA6300099
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 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 MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY
Is MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of B (78/100), 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 MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY serve?
MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 1,213 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Melcher-Dallas.
What type of water does MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY provide?
MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA6300099.
How does MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
MELCHER-DALLAS WATER SUPPLY scores 78/100 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.