A91/100
NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,369 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA3423069
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1999.
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 NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY
Is NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. 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 NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY serve?
NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 1,369 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Nora Springs.
What type of water does NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY provide?
NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA3423069.
How does NORA SPRINGS WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
NORA SPRINGS 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.