Water System Report IA

Swan Water Works

EPA ID: IA6380047 · 76 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over five tracked years, Swan Water Works has stayed completely violation-free for its 76 residents.

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

76
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$364K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Swan Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$104,375
Median Household Income
221
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Swan Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $104,375 and an estimated 221 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Swan Water Works'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Marion 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

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Swan Water Works (EPA ID: IA6380047) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 76 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50252 in Swan.

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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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 Swan Water Works (IA6380047) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swan Water Works water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Swan Water Works has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Swan Water Works serve?

Swan Water Works serves approximately 76 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Swan Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Swan Water Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Swan Water Works serve?
Swan Water Works serves approximately 76 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Swan Water Works's water source?
Swan Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Swan Water Works's service area?
The Swan Water Works service area has a median household income of $104,375. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Swan Water Works get its water?
Swan Water Works'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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