Water Quality in Cedar Rapids, IA (52205)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 52205.
Active Health Violations
2 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,627
Population
30
Water Systems
75
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Cedar Rapids Water Department
Marion Municipal Water Dept
Anamosa Municipal Water Supply
Anamosa State Penitentiary
All resolvedLinn Co Engineer And Secondary Roads
1 health-basedShops Above The Wapsi
Viola Elementary School
Viola Elementary School
Theisen Store
Apostolic Church
Wapsipinicon State Pk-Campground/Lodge
Scooters
All resolvedStone City General Store Pub
All resolvedTeddys Barn And Grill
Morley Municipal Water Supply
All resolvedWapsipinicon Country Club
1 health-basedIzaak Walton League
Reconserve Of Iowa
Amber Water Supply
Fawn Creek Country Club
All resolvedWapsipinicon St Park - Dutch Creek Lodge
Fairview Country Club
Jones County Local
All resolvedLakeside Property Owners Assoc.
Bogs Bar
Carlson College Of Massage Therapy
Hillcrest Motel
Wapsipinicon State Park-Ranger Res.
Fairview Baptist Church
Makinzah, Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Cedar Rapids (52205) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 75.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.