Water System Report IA

Sac City Municipal Water Plant

EPA ID: IA8150015 · 2,093 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sac City Municipal Water Plant (IA8150015): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Sac City Municipal Water Plant stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 2,093 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,093
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$118K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sac City Municipal Water Plant Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,578
Median Household Income
2,963
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
92%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sac City Municipal Water Plant serves a community with a median household income of $65,578 and an estimated 2,963 residents across its service area. Approximately 92% 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

Sac City Municipal Water Plant'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

76 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Sac City Municipal Water Plant (EPA ID: IA8150015) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,093 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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 Sac City Municipal Water Plant (IA8150015) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sac City Municipal Water Plant water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sac City Municipal Water Plant 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 Sac City Municipal Water Plant serve?

Sac City Municipal Water Plant serves approximately 2,093 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Sac City Municipal Water Plant get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sac City Municipal Water Plant meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sac City Municipal Water Plant serve?
Sac City Municipal Water Plant serves approximately 2,093 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Sac City Municipal Water Plant's water source?
Sac City Municipal Water Plant draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sac City Municipal Water Plant's service area?
The Sac City Municipal Water Plant service area has a median household income of $65,578. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sac City Municipal Water Plant get its water?
Sac City Municipal Water Plant'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sac City Municipal Water Plant Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia8150015/
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