Water Quality in 52240 — Iowa City, IA
EPA data for IOWA CITY WATER DEPARTMENT
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026
Your Water System
ZIP code 52240 in Iowa City, Iowa is served by IOWA CITY WATER DEPARTMENT (EPA ID: IA5225079). This system provides water to approximately 68,753 people from surface water sources.
There are 33 community water systems serving this area.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.
Violation Summary
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| September 1, 2024 | Unknown | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1032 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1032 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Contaminant 1032 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 24, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 24, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 1032 | Other | 3 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
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Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOWA CITY WATER DEPARTMENT | IA5225079 | 68,753 | Surface water |
| UNIVERSITY WATER SYSTEM | IA5225101 | 26,684 | Surface water |
| LAKE RIDGE, INCORPORATED | IA5225315 | 1,300 | Groundwater |
| MODERN MANOR, INC | IA5225601 | 915 | Groundwater |
| IOWA CITY REGENCY MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY | IA5225673 | 700 | Groundwater |
What You Can Do
- Review your annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility publishes this each July
- Test your home’s water — Especially if you have older plumbing (pre-1986) that may contain lead
- Stay informed — Bookmark this page to check for updates on your water quality
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Other Water Quality Reports in Iowa
- 50002 (Adair) — 40 violations
- 50003 (Adel) — 15 violations
- 50005 (Albion) — 3 violations
- 50006 (Alden)
- 50008 (Allerton) — 1 violation
- 50009 (Altoona) — 9 violations
- 50010 (Ames) — 6 violations
- 50020 (Anita) — 1 violation
- 50021 (Ankeny) — 3 violations
- 50022 (Atlantic)
- 50025 (Audubon)
- 50027 (Barnes City) — 4 violations
- 50028 (Baxter) — 13 violations
- 50029 (Bayard) — 7 violations
- 50032 (Berwick)
- 50034 (Blairsburg)
- 50035 (Bondurant)
- 50036 (Boone) — 3 violations
- 50039 (Bouton) — 8 violations
- 50042 (Brayton) — 3 violations
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 52203 (Amana) — 24 mi — 3 violations
- 52401 (Cedar Rapids) — 25 mi
- 52801 (Davenport) — 49 mi — 2 violations
- 61201 (Rock Island, IL) — 49 mi — 14 violations
- 52556 (Fairfield) — 50 mi — 8 violations
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for IOWA CITY WATER DEPARTMENT (IA5225079) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 52240 safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, the water system serving ZIP code 52240 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. However, individual home conditions (old pipes, well water) can affect quality.
Where does 52240’s water come from?
The primary water source for this area is surface water. IOWA CITY WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 68,753 people.
How can I get my water tested?
Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.
Does 52240 have lead in the water?
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 52240. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.
What is the radon risk in 52240?
Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 52240. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.