B71/100
POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,877 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA7633049
Violations
6
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 2004.
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 POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT
Is POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include MCL, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 1,877 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Pocahontas.
What type of water does POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA7633049.
How does POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
POCAHONTAS WATER DEPARTMENT scores 71/100 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.