B62/100
POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,920 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA8670701
Violations
7
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 2002.
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 POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION
Is POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of B (62/100), which is considered good. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION detected?
73 contaminants were tested in POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2002. Violation types include MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION serve?
POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION serves approximately 13,920 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Brooklyn.
What type of water does POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION provide?
POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA8670701.
How does POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Iowa?
POWESHIEK WATER ASSOCIATION scores 62/100 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.