Water System Report IA

Plainfield Water Supply

EPA ID: IA0960045 · 393 people served · 1 ZIP code

Plainfield Water Supply earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 393 people.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
393
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$168K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$76,380
Median Household Income
768
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Plainfield Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $76,380 and an estimated 768 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Plainfield 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Bremer 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

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 95% 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

Plainfield Water Supply (EPA ID: IA0960045) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 393 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50666 in Plainfield.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
50666 0.004 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Plainfield Water Supply (IA0960045) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plainfield Water Supply water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Plainfield Water Supply has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Plainfield Water Supply serve?

Plainfield Water Supply serves approximately 393 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Plainfield Water Supply 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
204
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 393
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 Plainfield Water Supply safe to drink?
Plainfield Water Supply earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Plainfield 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 Plainfield Water Supply serve?
Plainfield Water Supply serves approximately 393 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Plainfield Water Supply's water source?
Plainfield Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Plainfield Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Plainfield Water Supply's service area?
The Plainfield Water Supply service area has a median household income of $76,380. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Plainfield Water Supply get its water?
Plainfield 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.
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