Monitoring Violations IA

Grandview Muni Water Department

EPA ID: IA5842000 · 437 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Tallying the federal enforcement file for Grandview Muni Water Department yields 1 open violation that have not been formally closed — each finding sits in the EPA database while the utility continues to deliver water to approximately 437 residents and works through the required corrective action process.

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

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
437
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$196K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Grandview Muni Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$100,417
Median Household Income
2,911
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Grandview Muni Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $100,417 and an estimated 2,911 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Grandview Muni Water Department'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Louisa County, Iowa rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Grandview Muni Water Department compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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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 $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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

GRANDVIEW MUNI WATER DEPT (EPA ID: IA5842000) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 437 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 24, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
52752 0.004 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Grandview Muni Water Department (IA5842000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grandview Muni Water Department water safe to drink?

Grandview Muni Water Department has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Grandview Muni Water Department serve?

Grandview Muni Water Department serves approximately 437 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Grandview Muni Water Department 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:

1
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
203
Unknown Material
3
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: 437
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

Is water from Grandview Muni Water Department safe to drink?
Grandview Muni Water Department has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Grandview Muni Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Grandview Muni Water Department serve?
Grandview Muni Water Department serves approximately 437 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Grandview Muni Water Department's water source?
Grandview Muni Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Grandview Muni Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Grandview Muni Water Department's service area?
The Grandview Muni Water Department service area has a median household income of $100,417. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Grandview Muni Water Department get its water?
Grandview Muni Water Department'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Grandview Muni Water Department (EPA ID: IA5842000) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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