A82/100
WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,540 people · Iowa
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IA3383014
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1991.
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 WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY
Is WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of A (82/100), 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 WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1991. Violation types include MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY serve?
WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 2,540 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: West Union.
What type of water does WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY provide?
WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IA3383014.
How does WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in Iowa?
WEST UNION WATER SUPPLY scores 82/100 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.