Water System Report IA

Poweshiek Water Association (cr)

EPA ID: IA5715702 · 2,000 people served · 2 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Poweshiek Water Association (cr) delivers safe water to 2,000 residents.

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

2,000
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$152K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Poweshiek Water Association (cr) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$79,761
Median Household Income
5,365
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
81%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Poweshiek Water Association (cr) serves a community with a median household income of $79,761 and an estimated 5,365 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% 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

Poweshiek Water Association (cr)'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
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Benton 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

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Poweshiek Water Association (cr) (EPA ID: IA5715702) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Poweshiek Water Association (cr) (IA5715702) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poweshiek Water Association (cr) water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Poweshiek Water Association (cr) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Poweshiek Water Association (cr) serve?

Poweshiek Water Association (cr) serves approximately 2,000 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Poweshiek Water Association (cr) 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
917
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,000
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?
Poweshiek Water Association (cr) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Poweshiek Water Association (cr) serve?
Poweshiek Water Association (cr) serves approximately 2,000 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Poweshiek Water Association (cr)'s water source?
Poweshiek Water Association (cr) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Poweshiek Water Association (cr)'s service area?
The Poweshiek Water Association (cr) service area has a median household income of $79,761. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Poweshiek Water Association (cr) get its water?
Poweshiek Water Association (cr)'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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