Water System Report IA

Conrad Water Supply

EPA ID: IA3809067 · 1,098 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Conrad Water Supply has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 1,098 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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
1,098
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00447 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$185K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$86,146
Median Household Income
1,591
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Conrad Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $86,146 and an estimated 1,591 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% 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

Conrad 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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Grundy 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 67% 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

Conrad Water Supply (EPA ID: IA3809067) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,098 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50621 in Conrad.

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
50621 0.00447 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 Conrad Water Supply (IA3809067) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conrad Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Conrad Water Supply serve?

Conrad Water Supply serves approximately 1,098 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Conrad 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
395
Unknown Material
110
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,098
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 Conrad Water Supply safe to drink?
Conrad 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?
Conrad 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 Conrad Water Supply serve?
Conrad Water Supply serves approximately 1,098 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Conrad Water Supply's water source?
Conrad Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Conrad Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00447 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Conrad Water Supply's service area?
The Conrad Water Supply service area has a median household income of $86,146. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Conrad Water Supply get its water?
Conrad 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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