Water System Report IA

Wilton Water Supply

EPA ID: IA7078026 · 2,924 people served · 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wilton Water Supply (IA7078026): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Wilton Water Supply delivers safe water to 2,924 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C · 67
Avg Safety Score
2,924
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$170K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wilton Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$75,286
Median Household Income
41,146
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wilton Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $75,286 and an estimated 41,146 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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

Wilton 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 90% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $100
Water Filtration $50
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.

Cost of Inaction

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

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,550 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Wilton Water Supply (EPA ID: IA7078026) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,924 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 6 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.006 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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

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 the full compliance record for Wilton Water Supply (IA7078026) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilton Water Supply water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Wilton Water Supply 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 Wilton Water Supply serve?

Wilton Water Supply serves approximately 2,924 people across 6 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Wilton Water Supply get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Wilton Water Supply safe to drink?
Wilton Water Supply has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Wilton Water Supply meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wilton Water Supply serve?
Wilton Water Supply serves approximately 2,924 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Wilton Water Supply's water source?
Wilton Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wilton Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wilton Water Supply's service area?
The Wilton Water Supply service area has a median household income of $75,286. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wilton Water Supply get its water?
Wilton 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wilton Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia7078026/
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