Water System Report IA

Brooklyn Water Department

EPA ID: IA7909047 · 1,505 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Brooklyn Water Department (IA7909047): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Brooklyn Water Department earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 1,505 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,505
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$161K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Brooklyn Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,859
Median Household Income
4,357
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Brooklyn Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $75,859 and an estimated 4,357 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% 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

Brooklyn Water Department'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
33th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

88 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,620
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $833
Total Estimated Cost $3,653

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

Brooklyn Water Department (EPA ID: IA7909047) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,505 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

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 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Brooklyn Water Department (IA7909047) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brooklyn Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Brooklyn Water Department 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 Brooklyn Water Department serve?

Brooklyn Water Department serves approximately 1,505 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Brooklyn Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Brooklyn Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Brooklyn Water Department serve?
Brooklyn Water Department serves approximately 1,505 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Brooklyn Water Department's water source?
Brooklyn Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Brooklyn Water Department's service area?
The Brooklyn Water Department service area has a median household income of $75,859. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Brooklyn Water Department get its water?
Brooklyn Water Department'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Brooklyn Water Department Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia7909047/
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