B76/100
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,112 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA7177701
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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-SOUTH
Is OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH water safe to drink?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH water receives a grade of B (76/100), 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 OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH detected?
2 contaminants were tested in OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH serve?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH serves approximately 2,112 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Sutherland.
What type of water does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH provide?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA7177701.
How does OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH compare to other utilities in Iowa?
OSCEOLA RURAL WATER SYSTEM-SOUTH scores 76/100 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.