Water Quality in Newton, IA (50158)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 50158.
Active Health Violations
6 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
31,396
Population
26
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
Ia Regional Utilities Assoc (Waverly)
Marshalltown Water Works
Ackley Municipal Water Works
All resolvedClarksville Water Supply
All resolvedCrescent Water Supply
All resolvedDumont Water Supply
All resolvedNew Hartford Water Supply
All resolvedMarshalltown Estates
All resolvedAndrew Water Supply
All resolvedMondamin Water Supply
All resolvedSilver City Water Supply
Marshall County Care Facility
Randolph Water Works
All resolvedHastings Water Supply
6 health-basedSwaledale Water Supply
Shadyoaks Cafe & Lounge
Sutherland Station
Shady Oaks
Green Castle Recreation Area
3 Bridges Pk-Marshall Conserva
Marshalltown Aviation
Timmons Grove-North-Marshal Co
Van Cleve Pk-Marshall Conserva
Grammer Grove-Marshall Conserv
Fairview Motel
Timmons Grove-South-Marshal Co
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Newton (50158) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.