Water Quality in Iowa City, IA (52247)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 52247.
Active Health Violations
4 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,914
Population
38
Water Systems
55
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (38)
Iowa City Water Department
University Water System
Wapello Rural Water Assoc.
Kalona Water Dept
Hillcrest Academy
1 health-basedUpper Deer Creek Church
Sharon Bethel Church/School
Mid-Prairie Home School Ed Center
Stringtown Grocery
All resolvedFarmers Supply Sales Inc
Pathway Christian School
Golden Delight Bakery
Frytown Water Coop
City Of Kalona - Southtown
Case Power And Equipment (Kalona)
Him Hearth N Home Cooking
Central State Bank
Country View Subdivision Hoa
Michelle Ltd. Richmond Tavern
Woodland Ridge Subdivision
Community Country Store
All resolvedJohn L Hershberger Home
Salina Boutrager Home
Martha Bender Home
Sylvia Ropp Home
Sunset Hills Estates Part 2
Kalona Golf Course
Fairview Mennonite Church
All resolvedKalona Golf Club
Country Lane Eggs
Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church
All resolvedCommunity Country Store Annex
1 health-basedIowa Poultry
Mennonite Church
Carriage House
Windmill Ridge Campground
2 health-basedFirst Mississippi Inc
Pleasant Valley School
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Iowa City (52247) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 55.
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.