Water Quality in Dubuque, IA (52068)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 52068.
Active Health Violations
13 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 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,280
Population
26
Water Systems
42
Violations (5yr)
13
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
Dubuque Water Works
Peosta Water Supply
Swiss Valley Nature Center
Burds Green Acres Subdivision
Fillmore Recreation Area
Mud Lake Park
Swiss Valley Park #2
Swiss Valley Park
Town Clock
13 health-basedTimberline Golf Course Inc.
New Wine Park
Heritage Trail
Massey Marina
Corporation Of New Melleray
All resolvedSt. Johns - Peosta (Elementary School)
Lore Mound Mobile Home Park
Amvets Club
Finleys Landing
Country Hills Water Corp
Thunder Ridge Estates (Inactive)
Mines Of Spain - Eb Lyons Nature Center
Knights Acres
Jo & Dave'S Corner
Timberline Fairways Ltd
Helen'S
Bankston Park
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Dubuque (52068) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 42.
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.