Water System Report IA

Greenfield Municipal Utilities

EPA ID: IA0140007 · 2,227 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Greenfield Municipal Utilities has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 2,227.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
2,227
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$106K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greenfield Municipal Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$66,854
Median Household Income
3,650
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greenfield Municipal Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $66,854 and an estimated 3,650 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. 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?

Surface Water

Greenfield Municipal Utilities'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Adair County, Iowa rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Greenfield Municipal Utilities (EPA ID: IA0140007) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,227 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
50849 0.002 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 the full compliance record for Greenfield Municipal Utilities (IA0140007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenfield Municipal Utilities water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Greenfield Municipal Utilities has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Greenfield Municipal Utilities serve?

Greenfield Municipal Utilities serves approximately 2,227 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Greenfield Municipal Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
35
Galvanized — Replacement Required
2
Unknown Material
1,052
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,227
Reported to Iowa

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Greenfield Municipal Utilities safe to drink?
Greenfield Municipal Utilities has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Greenfield Municipal Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Greenfield Municipal Utilities serve?
Greenfield Municipal Utilities serves approximately 2,227 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Greenfield Municipal Utilities's water source?
Greenfield Municipal Utilities draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Greenfield Municipal Utilities's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Greenfield Municipal Utilities's service area?
The Greenfield Municipal Utilities service area has a median household income of $66,854. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Greenfield Municipal Utilities get its water?
Greenfield Municipal Utilities'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

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3

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