Fontanelle Water Works
EPA ID: IA0135046 · 670 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Fontanelle Water Works (IA0135046): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. With no violations in its EPA file, Fontanelle Water Works serves 670 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fontanelle Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Fontanelle Water Works have a median household income of $66,854 and about 3,650 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 33% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Fontanelle Water Works's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Fontanelle Water Works (EPA ID: IA0135046) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 670 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by IA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Fontanelle Water Works (IA0135046) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fontanelle Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fontanelle Water Works in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Fontanelle Water Works serve?
Fontanelle Water Works serves approximately 670 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.
Where does Fontanelle Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fontanelle Water Works Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia0135046/
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