Water System Report IA

Tripoli Water Supply

EPA ID: IA0975032 · 1,191 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Tripoli Water Supply shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 1,191 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

C · 59
Avg Safety Score
1,191
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$151K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$73,190
Median Household Income
18,577
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tripoli Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $73,190 and an estimated 18,577 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% 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

Tripoli 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
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

85 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% 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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Buffalo Water Supply
1,176 people
0 violations
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1,211 people
B 1 violation
C 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,850

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 $2,850 (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

TRIPOLI WATER SUPPLY (EPA ID: IA0975032) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,191 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (59/100)

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
50676 0.0012 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

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Tripoli Water Supply (IA0975032) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tripoli Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Tripoli Water Supply serve?

Tripoli Water Supply serves approximately 1,191 people across 4 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Tripoli 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
6
Galvanized — Replacement Required
52
Unknown Material
552
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,191
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 Tripoli Water Supply safe to drink?
Tripoli 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?
Tripoli 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 Tripoli Water Supply serve?
Tripoli Water Supply serves approximately 1,191 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Tripoli Water Supply's water source?
Tripoli Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tripoli Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tripoli Water Supply's service area?
The Tripoli Water Supply service area has a median household income of $73,190. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tripoli Water Supply get its water?
Tripoli 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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