A95/100
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,002 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA7227701
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH
Is OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH water safe to drink?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH detected?
51 contaminants were tested in OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR.
How many people does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH serve?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH serves approximately 7,002 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: May City.
What type of water does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH provide?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA7227701.
How does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH compare to other utilities in Iowa?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-NORTH scores 95/100 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.