Water System Report IA

Pisgah Water Supply

EPA ID: IA4364044 · 245 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Pisgah Water Supply posted zero EPA violations serving 245 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
245
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$108K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$71,484
Median Household Income
512
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pisgah Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $71,484 and an estimated 512 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% 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

Pisgah 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

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

Comparable Water Systems

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C 2 violations
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D 0 violations
Halbur Water Supply
243 people
C 1 violation

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

Pisgah Water Supply (EPA ID: IA4364044) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 245 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 51564 in Pisgah.

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
51564 0.0032 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 Pisgah Water Supply (IA4364044) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pisgah Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Pisgah Water Supply serve?

Pisgah Water Supply serves approximately 245 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Pisgah 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
153
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: 245
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 Pisgah Water Supply safe to drink?
Pisgah 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?
Pisgah 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 Pisgah Water Supply serve?
Pisgah Water Supply serves approximately 245 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pisgah Water Supply's water source?
Pisgah Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pisgah Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pisgah Water Supply's service area?
The Pisgah Water Supply service area has a median household income of $71,484. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pisgah Water Supply get its water?
Pisgah 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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