Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem
EPA ID: IA1811001 · 3,315 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem (IA1811001): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, the SDWIS file for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem lists no EPA violations for this supplier, whose service area covers 3,315 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem have a median household income of $56,964 and about 6,313 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 88% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem (EPA ID: IA1811001) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 3,315 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 51012 in Cherokee.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0022 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 51012 - Cherokee
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem (IA1811001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem serve?
Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem serves approximately 3,315 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.
Where does Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
How Water Systems Appear in Rankings
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How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia1811001/
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