Grundy Center Water Supply
EPA ID: IA3833013 · 2,796 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Grundy Center Water Supply (IA3833013): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Grundy Center Water Supply has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 2,796 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Grundy Center Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Grundy Center Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $79,500 and an estimated 3,474 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Grundy Center 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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Grundy Center Water Supply (EPA ID: IA3833013) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,796 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 50638 in Grundy Center.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0018 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
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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.
- 50638 - Grundy Center
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Grundy Center Water Supply (IA3833013) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grundy Center Water Supply water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Grundy Center 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 Grundy Center Water Supply serve?
Grundy Center Water Supply serves approximately 2,796 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.
Where does Grundy Center Water Supply get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Grundy Center Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia3833013/
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