Water Quality in MUSCATINE, IA (52761)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 52761.

214

Total Violations

14

Health-Based

200

Monitoring / Reporting

199

Resolved

What does this mean?

199 of 214 violations have been resolved. 14 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 200 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.

Water systems: 95 Population served: 37,307

Violations Detail (214 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
NitriteMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 1Active

2024(34)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Dec 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Dec 31Active

Groundwater Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jul 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Jul 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jul 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MUSCATINE (52761) has 214 recorded violations, including 14 health-based. 15 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

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.

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