Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works
EPA ID: IA6065092 · 2,611 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works (IA6065092): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Water monitoring history at Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works, as reported to the EPA, contains no recorded violations; 2,611 residents are counted in its service population.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works have a median household income of $66,257 and about 5,227 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works (EPA ID: IA6065092) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,611 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0015 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works (IA6065092) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works 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 Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works serve?
Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works serves approximately 2,611 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.
Where does Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia6065092/
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