Water System Report IA

Farley Water Supply

EPA ID: IA3135018 · 1,766 people served · 3 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Farley Water Supply has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 1,766 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,766
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$259K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$101,154
Median Household Income
6,660
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Farley Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $101,154 and an estimated 6,660 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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

Farley 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
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Dubuque 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% 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 $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Farley Water Supply (EPA ID: IA3135018) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,766 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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
52046 0.0013 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

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Farley Water Supply (IA3135018) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Farley Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Farley Water Supply serve?

Farley Water Supply serves approximately 1,766 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Farley 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1
Unknown Material
657
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: 1,766
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 Farley Water Supply safe to drink?
Farley Water Supply 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?
Farley 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 Farley Water Supply serve?
Farley Water Supply serves approximately 1,766 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Farley Water Supply's water source?
Farley Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Farley Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Farley Water Supply's service area?
The Farley Water Supply service area has a median household income of $101,154. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Farley Water Supply get its water?
Farley 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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1

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3

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