Monitoring Violations IA

Mondamin Water Supply

EPA ID: IA4349094 · 339 people served · 1 ZIP code

Even though Mondamin Water Supply accumulated 2 violations over five years, all have been formally resolved — the provider currently meets EPA standards for 339 people.

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

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
339
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0038 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$161K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$75,221
Median Household Income
788
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mondamin Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $75,221 and an estimated 788 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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

Mondamin 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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Harrison County, Iowa rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mondamin Water Supply compares to EPA limits

Copper 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1.3 mg/L

What This Means For You

Copper at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1.3 mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Mondamin Water Supply (EPA ID: IA4349094) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 339 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 51557 in Mondamin.

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Copper Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Copper Inorganic 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
51557 0.0038 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 Mondamin Water Supply (IA4349094) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mondamin Water Supply water safe to drink?

Mondamin Water Supply has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Mondamin Water Supply serve?

Mondamin Water Supply serves approximately 339 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Mondamin 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
3
Unknown Material
188
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: 339
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 Mondamin Water Supply safe to drink?
Mondamin Water Supply has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mondamin Water Supply's water?
Detected contaminants include Copper. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Mondamin Water Supply serve?
Mondamin Water Supply serves approximately 339 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Mondamin Water Supply's water source?
Mondamin Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mondamin Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0038 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mondamin Water Supply's service area?
The Mondamin Water Supply service area has a median household income of $75,221. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mondamin Water Supply get its water?
Mondamin 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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