A88/100
VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,132 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA6985051
Violations
5
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 1999.
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 VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT
Is VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. 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 VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT serve?
VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,132 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Villisca.
What type of water does VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT provide?
VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA6985051.
How does VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
VILLISCA MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT scores 88/100 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.