Water System Report IA

Allison Water Supply

EPA ID: IA1203026 · 966 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Allison Water Supply: clean, five years, 966 residents.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
966
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0076 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$104K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2024) to 2 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$66,181
Median Household Income
3,782
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Allison Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $66,181 and an estimated 3,782 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

Allison 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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Butler 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

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
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 Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,000
Water Filtration $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

Allison Water Supply (EPA ID: IA1203026) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 966 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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
50602 0.0076 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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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 Allison Water Supply (IA1203026) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allison Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Allison Water Supply serve?

Allison Water Supply serves approximately 966 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Allison 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
49
Galvanized — Replacement Required
151
Unknown Material
312
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 966
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 Allison Water Supply safe to drink?
Allison 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?
Allison 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 Allison Water Supply serve?
Allison Water Supply serves approximately 966 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Allison Water Supply's water source?
Allison Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Allison Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0076 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Allison Water Supply's service area?
The Allison Water Supply service area has a median household income of $66,181. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Allison Water Supply get its water?
Allison 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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