Water System Report IA

New London Munic Water Department

EPA ID: IA4458060 ยท 1,910 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for New London Munic Water Department (IA4458060): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, New London Munic Water Department has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1,910 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,910
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$160K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for New London Munic Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,046
Median Household Income
18,575
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The New London Munic Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $71,046 and an estimated 18,575 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

New London Munic Water Department'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
38th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

79 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Denver Water Supply
1,919 people
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1,871 people
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1,830 people
5 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Flood Insurance $450
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $2,225

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,225 (one-time) vs. $330 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

New London Munic Water Department (EPA ID: IA4458060) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,910 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 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
0.0011 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for New London Munic Water Department (IA4458060) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New London Munic Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for New London Munic Water Department 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 New London Munic Water Department serve?

New London Munic Water Department serves approximately 1,910 people across 4 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does New London Munic Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
New London Munic Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does New London Munic Water Department serve?
New London Munic Water Department serves approximately 1,910 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is New London Munic Water Department's water source?
New London Munic Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in New London Munic Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of New London Munic Water Department's service area?
The New London Munic Water Department service area has a median household income of $71,046. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does New London Munic Water Department get its water?
New London Munic Water Department'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). New London Munic Water Department Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia4458060/
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