Water System Report IA

Manning Water Supply

EPA ID: IA1457025 · 1,392 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Manning Water Supply has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1,392 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

1,392
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$125K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,455
Median Household Income
2,303
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Manning Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $75,455 and an estimated 2,303 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

Manning 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
10th
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

84 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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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

Manning Water Supply (EPA ID: IA1457025) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,392 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 51455 in Manning.

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 Manning Water Supply (IA1457025) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manning Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Manning Water Supply serve?

Manning Water Supply serves approximately 1,392 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Manning 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
87
Galvanized — Replacement Required
20
Unknown Material
683
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,392
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?
Manning 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 Manning Water Supply serve?
Manning Water Supply serves approximately 1,392 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Manning Water Supply's water source?
Manning Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Manning Water Supply's service area?
The Manning Water Supply service area has a median household income of $75,455. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Manning Water Supply get its water?
Manning 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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