B75/100
XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,860 people · Iowa
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IA2573701
Violations
6
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 2018.
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 XENIA RWD (DES MOINES)
Is XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) water safe to drink?
XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) water receives a grade of B (75/100), 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 XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in XENIA RWD (DES MOINES)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) have any EPA violations?
Yes, XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) serve?
XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) serves approximately 12,860 people, Iowa. The system provides water to 1 community: Minburn.
What type of water does XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) provide?
XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IA2573701.
How does XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) compare to other utilities in Iowa?
XENIA RWD (DES MOINES) scores 75/100 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.