Water System Report IA

Cedar Terrace Mhc

EPA ID: IA5700600 · 600 people served · 14 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Cedar Terrace Mhc has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 600.

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

600
People Served
14
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cedar Terrace Mhc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,336
Median Household Income
145,119
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cedar Terrace Mhc serves a community with a median household income of $68,336 and an estimated 145,119 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Cedar Terrace Mhc's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 72% 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 $1,007
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,507

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

Cedar Terrace Mhc (EPA ID: IA5700600) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 600 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 14 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Cedar Terrace Mhc (IA5700600) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar Terrace Mhc water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Cedar Terrace Mhc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Cedar Terrace Mhc serve?

Cedar Terrace Mhc serves approximately 600 people across 14 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Cedar Terrace Mhc get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

255
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
0
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 600
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?
Cedar Terrace Mhc meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cedar Terrace Mhc serve?
Cedar Terrace Mhc serves approximately 600 people with drinking water across 14 ZIP codes.
What is Cedar Terrace Mhc's water source?
Cedar Terrace Mhc draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cedar Terrace Mhc's service area?
The Cedar Terrace Mhc service area has a median household income of $68,336. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cedar Terrace Mhc get its water?
Cedar Terrace Mhc's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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