Water System Report IA

Dolliver Muni Water Supply

EPA ID: IA3215044 · 65 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Dolliver Muni Water Supply — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 65 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
65
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0044 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$128K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$105,375
Median Household Income
260
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
94%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dolliver Muni Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $105,375 and an estimated 260 residents across its service area. Approximately 94% 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

Dolliver Muni 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 4% of homes in Emmet 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

124 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% 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 $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Dolliver Muni Water Supply (EPA ID: IA3215044) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 65 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50531 in Dolliver.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
50531 0.0044 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Dolliver Muni Water Supply (IA3215044) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dolliver Muni Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Dolliver Muni Water Supply serve?

Dolliver Muni Water Supply serves approximately 65 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Dolliver Muni 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
0
Unknown Material
45
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 65
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 Dolliver Muni Water Supply safe to drink?
Dolliver Muni Water Supply earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Dolliver Muni 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 Dolliver Muni Water Supply serve?
Dolliver Muni Water Supply serves approximately 65 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Dolliver Muni Water Supply's water source?
Dolliver Muni Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Dolliver Muni Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0044 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Dolliver Muni Water Supply's service area?
The Dolliver Muni Water Supply service area has a median household income of $105,375. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Dolliver Muni Water Supply get its water?
Dolliver Muni 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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