Water System Report IA

Oxford Water Supply

EPA ID: IA5260017 · 722 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Oxford Water Supply has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 722 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

722
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$249K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,688
Median Household Income
1,997
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oxford Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $59,688 and an estimated 1,997 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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

Oxford 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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% 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 Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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

Oxford Water Supply (EPA ID: IA5260017) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 722 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52322 in Oxford.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Oxford Water Supply (IA5260017) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oxford Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Oxford Water Supply serve?

Oxford Water Supply serves approximately 722 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Oxford 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:

6
Confirmed Lead
3
Galvanized — Replacement Required
199
Unknown Material
171
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 722
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

Should I use a water filter?
Oxford 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 Oxford Water Supply serve?
Oxford Water Supply serves approximately 722 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Oxford Water Supply's water source?
Oxford Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Oxford Water Supply's service area?
The Oxford Water Supply service area has a median household income of $59,688. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Oxford Water Supply get its water?
Oxford 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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