Water System Report IA

Dike Water Supply

EPA ID: IA3815042 · 1,306 people served · 1 ZIP code

Dike Water Supply carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 1,306 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
1,306
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00109 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$244K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$93,333
Median Household Income
1,664
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dike Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $93,333 and an estimated 1,664 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% 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

Dike 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% 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

Dike Water Supply (EPA ID: IA3815042) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,306 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50624 in Dike.

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
50624 0.00109 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Dike Water Supply (IA3815042) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dike Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Dike Water Supply serve?

Dike Water Supply serves approximately 1,306 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Dike 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
532
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: 1,306
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 Dike Water Supply safe to drink?
Dike 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?
Dike 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 Dike Water Supply serve?
Dike Water Supply serves approximately 1,306 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Dike Water Supply's water source?
Dike Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Dike Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00109 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Dike Water Supply's service area?
The Dike Water Supply service area has a median household income of $93,333. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Dike Water Supply get its water?
Dike 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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