Lowden Water Supply
EPA ID: IA1656001 · 807 people served · 1 ZIP code
Not yet resolved: 2 EPA violations at Lowden Water Supply, affecting about 807 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lowden Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Lowden Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $60,625 and an estimated 1,100 residents across its service area. Approximately 90% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Lowden 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.
About 2% of homes in Cedar 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
Detected Contaminants
How Lowden Water Supply compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Contaminant 1032 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Iowa
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Lowden Water Supply (EPA ID: IA1656001) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 807 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 52255 in Lowden.
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
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2025 | Contaminant 1032 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Contaminant 1032 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 1032 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52255 | 0.002 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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ZIP Codes Served
- 52255 — Lowden
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lowden Water Supply (IA1656001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lowden Water Supply water safe to drink?
Lowden Water Supply has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.
How many people does Lowden Water Supply serve?
Lowden Water Supply serves approximately 807 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.
Where does Lowden 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:
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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