Water System Report IA

Sirwa #2 (creston)

EPA ID: IA8080701 · 20,793 people served · 3 ZIP codes

EPA data: Sirwa #2 (creston) — zero violations, five years, 20,793 served.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
20,793
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$114K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$57,917
Median Household Income
11,046
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sirwa #2 (creston) serves a community with a median household income of $57,917 and an estimated 11,046 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Sirwa #2 (creston)'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Union 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

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
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. 1 detection recorded.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Iowa

C 3 violations
Warren Water District
20,095 people
D 0 violations
Altoona Water Supply
19,565 people
C 3 violations
D 5 violations
Clive Water Department
19,010 people
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $1,767

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 $1,767 (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

Sirwa #2 (creston) (EPA ID: IA8080701) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 20,793 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

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.

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

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

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 Sirwa #2 (creston) (IA8080701) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sirwa #2 (creston) water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sirwa #2 (creston) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sirwa #2 (creston) serve?

Sirwa #2 (creston) serves approximately 20,793 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Sirwa #2 (creston) get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Phone
641-782-5744
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Contact information from SIRWA #2 (CRESTON) Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Surface water
Drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.

Source: SIRWA #2 (CRESTON) Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Source water assessment from SIRWA #2 (CRESTON) Consumer Confidence Report:
This water supply obtains water from one or more surface waters. Surface water sources are susceptible to sources of contamination within the drainage basin.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead service line replacement plan from SIRWA #2 (CRESTON) Consumer Confidence Report:
Our water supply has completed a service line inventory. Please contact us for information regarding the inventory and how you can access the results.

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SIRWA #2 (CRESTON)

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
10,040
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 20,793
Reported to Iowa

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Sirwa #2 (creston) safe to drink?
Sirwa #2 (creston) has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Sirwa #2 (creston) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sirwa #2 (creston) serve?
Sirwa #2 (creston) serves approximately 20,793 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Sirwa #2 (creston)'s water source?
Sirwa #2 (creston) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sirwa #2 (creston)'s service area?
The Sirwa #2 (creston) service area has a median household income of $57,917. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sirwa #2 (creston) get its water?
Sirwa #2 (creston)'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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1

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3

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