Water System Report IA

Bellevue Municipal Utilities

EPA ID: IA4910000 · 2,363 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bellevue Municipal Utilities (IA4910000): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for Bellevue Municipal Utilities: clean, five years, 2,363 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,363
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$231K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bellevue Municipal Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$84,243
Median Household Income
5,490
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bellevue Municipal Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $84,243 and an estimated 5,490 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Bellevue Municipal Utilities'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
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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.

System Overview

Bellevue Municipal Utilities (EPA ID: IA4910000) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,363 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52031 in Bellevue.

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
0.0005 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 Filter

Free 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bellevue Municipal Utilities (IA4910000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellevue Municipal Utilities water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bellevue Municipal Utilities 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 Bellevue Municipal Utilities serve?

Bellevue Municipal Utilities serves approximately 2,363 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Bellevue Municipal Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bellevue Municipal Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bellevue Municipal Utilities serve?
Bellevue Municipal Utilities serves approximately 2,363 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Bellevue Municipal Utilities's water source?
Bellevue Municipal Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bellevue Municipal Utilities's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bellevue Municipal Utilities's service area?
The Bellevue Municipal Utilities service area has a median household income of $84,243. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bellevue Municipal Utilities get its water?
Bellevue Municipal Utilities'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bellevue Municipal Utilities Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia4910000/
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