A85/100
SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,512 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA7170040
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.00 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 2006.
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 SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MR.
How many people does SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 5,512 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Sheldon.
What type of water does SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA7170040.
How does SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
SHELDON WATER DEPARTMENT scores 85/100 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.