Water Quality in TROY MILLS, IA (52344)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 52344.
52
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
52
Monitoring / Reporting
49
Resolved
What does this mean?
49 of 52 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 52 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 (52 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 19, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 19, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 19, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 19, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(22)
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
2024(11)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
TROY MILLS (52344) has 52 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
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
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.