Water Quality in GLENWOOD, IA (51534)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 51534.
13
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
13
Monitoring / Reporting
10
Resolved
What does this mean?
10 of 13 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 13 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (13 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(3)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2023(4)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
How Does This Compare?
GLENWOOD (51534) has 13 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
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