Ely Water Supply
EPA ID: IA5728018 · 2,328 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ely Water Supply (IA5728018): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Ely Water Supply has stayed completely violation-free for its 2,328 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Ely Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Ely Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $111,000 and an estimated 49,311 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Ely 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Iowa
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Ely Water Supply (EPA ID: IA5728018) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,328 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.004 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 Ely Water Supply (IA5728018) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ely Water Supply water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Ely Water Supply 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 Ely Water Supply serve?
Ely Water Supply serves approximately 2,328 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.
Where does Ely Water Supply get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ely Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia5728018/
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