B79/100
NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,072 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA9855077
Violations
9
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: January 1, 2022 – January 31, 2022Rule: 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 NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS
Is NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS water safe to drink?
NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MON, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS serve?
NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS serves approximately 2,072 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Northwood.
What type of water does NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS provide?
NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA9855077.
How does NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS compare to other utilities in Iowa?
NORTHWOOD WATERWORKS scores 79/100 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.