Water Quality in Ottumwa, IA (52738)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 52738.
Active Health Violations
6 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 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,398
Population
15
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Wapello Rural Water Assoc.
Columbus Junction Water Supply
All resolvedTyson Fresh Meats Inc (Columbus Jct)
Rath Packing Plant
Dairy Sweet
Cotter Elementary School
Cedarcrest Golf & Country Club
1 health-basedDeese Thirsty Camel
5 health-basedCedar River Trailer Park
Cedar River Trailer Park (Inactive)
Bieri Equipment Company
Wiele Motor
Airport Super Market
Kingsbury Inn
Natural Gas Pipeline Station # 204
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 2023
How Does This Compare?
Ottumwa (52738) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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
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.