Hastings Water Supply
EPA ID: IA6527038 · 152 people served · 1 ZIP code
Within the EPA compliance database, Hastings Water Supply shows 6 violations still pending resolution — a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 152 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 4 (2023) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hastings Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Hastings Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $91,250 and an estimated 246 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hastings Water Supply'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.
About 1% of homes in Mills 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
Detected Contaminants
How Hastings Water Supply compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Lead at 6 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.
Lead and Copper Rule at 2 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
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System Overview
Hastings Water Supply (EPA ID: IA6527038) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 152 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 51540 in Hastings.
Average Home Safety Score: D (47/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2024 | Lead | Health-based | Resolved |
| March 1, 2024 | Lead | Health-based | Resolved |
| December 15, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| December 1, 2023 | Lead | Health-based | Unresolved |
| November 1, 2023 | Lead | Health-based | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2023 | Lead | Health-based | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2023 | Unknown | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 29, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2023 | Lead | Health-based | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | Inorganic | 6 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | No |
Health Risk Details
Lead (EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level))
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults At-risk groups: infants, children under 6, pregnant women.
Removal methods: reverse osmosis, distillation, certified carbon block filter (NSF/ANSI 53). Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51540 | 0.0006 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 51540 — Hastings
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hastings Water Supply (IA6527038) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hastings Water Supply water safe to drink?
Hastings Water Supply has recorded 6 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Hastings Water Supply serve?
Hastings Water Supply serves approximately 152 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.
Where does Hastings Water Supply 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:
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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