Health Violations Found IA 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Clover Ridge Subdivision

EPA ID: IA0690301 · 413 people served · 1 ZIP code

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Clover Ridge Subdivision, 12 violations appear in the five-year dataset, but none remain open — the utility has addressed each finding and is in current compliance, with no pending enforcement affecting the 413 people in its service area.

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

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
413
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
6
Contaminants Flagged
$275K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 1 (2022). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Clover Ridge Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$116,477
Median Household Income
1,318
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Clover Ridge Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $116,477 and an estimated 1,318 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Clover Ridge Subdivision'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Benton 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

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Clover Ridge Subdivision compares to EPA limits

Barium 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Barium at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 1052 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Iowa

C 1 violation
Burt Water Supply
418 people
F 0 violations
0 violations
C 5 violations
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Clover Ridge Subdivision (EPA ID: IA0690301) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 413 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52351 in Walford.

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

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

Violation History

4 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Gross Beta Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 4 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Contaminant 1052 Other Violation 1 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
52351 0.0014 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Clover Ridge Subdivision (IA0690301) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clover Ridge Subdivision water safe to drink?

Clover Ridge Subdivision has recorded 4 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Clover Ridge Subdivision serve?

Clover Ridge Subdivision serves approximately 413 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Clover Ridge Subdivision get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
205
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 413
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 Clover Ridge Subdivision safe to drink?
Clover Ridge Subdivision has a C safety grade based on 12 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Clover Ridge Subdivision's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Barium, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Contaminant 1052. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Clover Ridge Subdivision serve?
Clover Ridge Subdivision serves approximately 413 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Clover Ridge Subdivision's water source?
Clover Ridge Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Clover Ridge Subdivision's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Clover Ridge Subdivision's service area?
The Clover Ridge Subdivision service area has a median household income of $116,477. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Clover Ridge Subdivision get its water?
Clover Ridge Subdivision'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Clover Ridge Subdivision (EPA ID: IA0690301) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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