The Meadows
EPA ID: IA7727609 · 702 people served · 58 ZIP codes
Federal monitoring records confirm The Meadows has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 702 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The The Meadows serves a community with a median household income of $63,233 and an estimated 220,294 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
The Meadows's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 1% of homes in Polk County, Iowa rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Iowa
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
The Meadows (EPA ID: IA7727609) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 702 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 58 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
This system serves 58 ZIP codes:
50301 · 50302 · 50303 · 50304 · 50305 50306 · 50307 · 50308 · 50309 · 50310 50311 · 50312 · 50313 · 50314 · 50315 50316 · 50317 · 50318 · 50319 · 50320 50321 · 50328 · 50329 · 50330 · 50331 50332 · 50333 · 50334 · 50335 · 50336 50339 · 50340 · 50359 · 50360 · 50361 50362 · 50363 · 50364 · 50367 · 50368 50369 · 50380 · 50381 · 50391 · 50392 50393 · 50394 · 50395 · 50396 · 50397 50936 · 50940 · 50947 · 50950 · 50980 50981 · 50982 · 50983
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for The Meadows (IA7727609) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Meadows water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, The Meadows has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does The Meadows serve?
The Meadows serves approximately 702 people across 58 ZIP codes in Iowa.
Where does The Meadows get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.