Water System Report IA

Audubon Water Supply

EPA ID: IA0505077 · 2,053 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Audubon Water Supply (IA0505077): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for Audubon Water Supply: clean, five years, 2,053 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,053
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$104K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Audubon Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$51,758
Median Household Income
2,893
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Audubon Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $51,758 and an estimated 2,893 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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?

Groundwater

Audubon Water Supply's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

70 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 Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Audubon Water Supply (EPA ID: IA0505077) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,053 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50025 in Audubon.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0016 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

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 Audubon Water Supply (IA0505077) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Audubon Water Supply water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Audubon Water Supply 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 Audubon Water Supply serve?

Audubon Water Supply serves approximately 2,053 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Audubon Water Supply get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Audubon Water Supply meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Audubon Water Supply serve?
Audubon Water Supply serves approximately 2,053 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Audubon Water Supply's water source?
Audubon Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Audubon Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Audubon Water Supply's service area?
The Audubon Water Supply service area has a median household income of $51,758. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Audubon Water Supply get its water?
Audubon Water Supply's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Audubon Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia0505077/
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