Water System Report IA

Sirwa - Corning

EPA ID: IA0207704 · 2,585 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Sirwa - Corning carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 2,585 people.

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

2,585
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$121K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sirwa - Corning Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,453
Median Household Income
9,027
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sirwa - Corning serves a community with a median household income of $55,453 and an estimated 9,027 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Sirwa - Corning'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Union 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

74 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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Iowa

C 10 violations
C 1 violation
Hudson Water Supply
2,546 people
B 0 violations
B 0 violations
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Sirwa - Corning (EPA ID: IA0207704) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,585 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50801 in Creston.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sirwa - Corning (IA0207704) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sirwa - Corning water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sirwa - Corning has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sirwa - Corning serve?

Sirwa - Corning serves approximately 2,585 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Sirwa - Corning 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
151
Unknown Material
852
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,585
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

Should I use a water filter?
Sirwa - Corning meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sirwa - Corning serve?
Sirwa - Corning serves approximately 2,585 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sirwa - Corning's water source?
Sirwa - Corning draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sirwa - Corning's service area?
The Sirwa - Corning service area has a median household income of $55,453. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sirwa - Corning get its water?
Sirwa - Corning'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.
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