Water System Report IA

Pomeroy Water Supply

EPA ID: IA1363051 · 671 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Pomeroy Water Supply has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 671 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

671
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$77K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,694
Median Household Income
677
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
89%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pomeroy Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $55,694 and an estimated 677 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% 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

Pomeroy 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Calhoun 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

74 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 Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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

Pomeroy Water Supply (EPA ID: IA1363051) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 671 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50575 in Pomeroy.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Pomeroy Water Supply (IA1363051) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pomeroy Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Pomeroy Water Supply serve?

Pomeroy Water Supply serves approximately 671 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Pomeroy 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:

7
Confirmed Lead
21
Galvanized — Replacement Required
3
Unknown Material
194
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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 671
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

Should I use a water filter?
Pomeroy 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 Pomeroy Water Supply serve?
Pomeroy Water Supply serves approximately 671 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pomeroy Water Supply's water source?
Pomeroy Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pomeroy Water Supply's service area?
The Pomeroy Water Supply service area has a median household income of $55,694. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pomeroy Water Supply get its water?
Pomeroy 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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