Water System Report IA

Blairs Ferry Manor

EPA ID: IA5784316 · 65 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Blairs Ferry Manor carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 65 people.

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

65
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$292K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$96,191
Median Household Income
3,008
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
55th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Blairs Ferry Manor serves a community with a median household income of $96,191 and an estimated 3,008 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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

Blairs Ferry Manor'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
55th
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.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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

Blairs Ferry Manor (EPA ID: IA5784316) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 65 people from groundwater 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 Blairs Ferry Manor (IA5784316) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blairs Ferry Manor water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Blairs Ferry Manor has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Blairs Ferry Manor serve?

Blairs Ferry Manor serves approximately 65 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Blairs Ferry Manor 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
12
Unknown Material
16
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 65
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?
Blairs Ferry Manor meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Blairs Ferry Manor serve?
Blairs Ferry Manor serves approximately 65 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Blairs Ferry Manor's water source?
Blairs Ferry Manor draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Blairs Ferry Manor's service area?
The Blairs Ferry Manor service area has a median household income of $96,191. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Blairs Ferry Manor get its water?
Blairs Ferry Manor'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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