Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem
EPA ID: IA1811001 · 3,315 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem (IA1811001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 3,315 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Cherokee Rws - Cherokee Subsystem serves a community with a median household income of $56,964 and an estimated 6,313 residents across its service area. 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 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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
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 | N/A |
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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 the full compliance record 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
Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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