F0/100
PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,052 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA6368033
Violations
81
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1997.
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 PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT
Is PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 81 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT has 81 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1997. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT serve?
PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT serves approximately 11,052 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Pella.
What type of water does PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT provide?
PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA6368033.
How does PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
PELLA WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Iowa state page for a full comparison of water systems.