A94/100
WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,827 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA0398082
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT
Is WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. 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 WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MR.
How many people does WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 3,827 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Waukon.
What type of water does WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA0398082.
How does WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Iowa?
WAUKON WATER DEPARTMENT scores 94/100 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.