Water System Report IA

Garner Water Works

EPA ID: IA4130075 · 3,065 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Garner Water Works (IA4130075): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Garner Water Works carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 3,065 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,065
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$177K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Garner Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,637
Median Household Income
10,467
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
82%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Garner Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $69,637 and an estimated 10,467 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% 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

Garner Water Works'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 97% 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 $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Garner Water Works (EPA ID: IA4130075) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 3,065 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
0.002 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 Garner Water Works (IA4130075) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garner Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Garner Water Works 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 Garner Water Works serve?

Garner Water Works serves approximately 3,065 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Garner Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Garner Water Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Garner Water Works serve?
Garner Water Works serves approximately 3,065 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Garner Water Works's water source?
Garner Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Garner Water Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Garner Water Works's service area?
The Garner Water Works service area has a median household income of $69,637. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Garner Water Works get its water?
Garner Water Works'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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