Water Quality in Ames, IA (50014)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 50014.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
32,958
Population
12
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Ames Water Treatment Plant
All resolvedIsu
All resolvedIa Regional Utilities Assoc (Waverly)
Logansport Water System
Signature Storage
Big Wigs Bar
Crestview Mobile Home Park
Alluvial Brewing Company
1 health-basedBenefit Water District #2
Hillsdale Mobile Home Park
Hickory Hills Subdivision
Napier Water Supply
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Ames (50014) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.