Water Quality in Council Bluffs, IA (51559)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 51559.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,841
Population
8
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (8)
Council Bluffs Water Works
Tri Center Community School
Kerr & Mcgee Station & Rest.
Minden Water Supply
Arrowhead Park Station Phillips 66
Beebee Town Gas Station
Kum & Go Store #23
Quail Run Country Club
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Council Bluffs (51559) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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.