B68/100
SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,420 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA8400733
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2013.
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 SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER
Is SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER water safe to drink?
SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER serve?
SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER serves approximately 5,420 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Ireton.
What type of water does SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER provide?
SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA8400733.
How does SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER compare to other utilities in Iowa?
SOUTHERN SIOUX COUNTY RURAL WATER scores 68/100 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.