Water System Report IA

Glenbrook Cove Area

EPA ID: IA5751040 · 233 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — Glenbrook Cove Area has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 233 residents.

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

233
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$233K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$87,463
Median Household Income
42,732
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Glenbrook Cove Area serves a community with a median household income of $87,463 and an estimated 42,732 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% 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

Glenbrook Cove Area'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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

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Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Glenbrook Cove Area (EPA ID: IA5751040) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 233 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52302 in Marion.

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 Glenbrook Cove Area (IA5751040) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenbrook Cove Area water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Glenbrook Cove Area has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Glenbrook Cove Area serve?

Glenbrook Cove Area serves approximately 233 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Glenbrook Cove Area 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
93
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 233
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?
Glenbrook Cove Area meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Glenbrook Cove Area serve?
Glenbrook Cove Area serves approximately 233 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Glenbrook Cove Area's water source?
Glenbrook Cove Area draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Glenbrook Cove Area's service area?
The Glenbrook Cove Area service area has a median household income of $87,463. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Glenbrook Cove Area get its water?
Glenbrook Cove Area'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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