B64/100
OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,419 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA0858090
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.48 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
Is OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES water safe to drink?
OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES water receives a grade of B (64/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES detected?
2 contaminants were tested in OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES serve?
OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES serves approximately 2,419 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Ogden.
What type of water does OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES provide?
OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA0858090.
How does OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Iowa?
OGDEN MUNICIPAL UTILITIES scores 64/100 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.