Water System Report IA

West Central Rwa-boyer System

EPA ID: IA1400903 · 1,715 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at West Central Rwa-boyer System shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 1,715 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,715
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$159K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Central Rwa-boyer System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$72,549
Median Household Income
3,483
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Central Rwa-boyer System serves a community with a median household income of $72,549 and an estimated 3,483 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

West Central Rwa-boyer System'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
5th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Carroll 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

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

West Central Rwa-boyer System (EPA ID: IA1400903) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,715 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
51466 0.0017 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for West Central Rwa-boyer System (IA1400903) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Central Rwa-boyer System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, West Central Rwa-boyer System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does West Central Rwa-boyer System serve?

West Central Rwa-boyer System serves approximately 1,715 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does West Central Rwa-boyer System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
719
Unknown Material
85
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: 1,715
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 West Central Rwa-boyer System safe to drink?
West Central Rwa-boyer System 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?
West Central Rwa-boyer System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Central Rwa-boyer System serve?
West Central Rwa-boyer System serves approximately 1,715 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is West Central Rwa-boyer System's water source?
West Central Rwa-boyer System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Central Rwa-boyer System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of West Central Rwa-boyer System's service area?
The West Central Rwa-boyer System service area has a median household income of $72,549. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Central Rwa-boyer System get its water?
West Central Rwa-boyer System'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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3

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