Water System Report IA

Farley Water Supply

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

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Farley Water Supply (IA3135018): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. 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

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

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

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.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0013 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.

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

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?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Farley Water Supply 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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Farley Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia3135018/
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