Water System Report IA

Denver Water Supply

EPA ID: IA0915030 · 1,919 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Denver Water Supply (IA0915030): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Denver Water Supply has supplied tap water to 1,919 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C · 67
Avg Safety Score
1,919
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00143 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$246K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$95,703
Median Household Income
18,016
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
47th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Denver Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $95,703 and an estimated 18,016 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Denver 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
47th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% 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. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

Denver Water Supply (EPA ID: IA0915030) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,919 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 3 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.00143 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 Denver Water Supply (IA0915030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denver Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

Denver Water Supply serves approximately 1,919 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Denver Water Supply get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Denver Water Supply safe to drink?
Denver Water Supply 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?
Denver 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 Denver Water Supply serve?
Denver Water Supply serves approximately 1,919 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Denver Water Supply's water source?
Denver Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Denver Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00143 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Denver Water Supply's service area?
The Denver Water Supply service area has a median household income of $95,703. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Denver Water Supply get its water?
Denver 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Denver Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia0915030/
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