Water System Report IA

Ponderosa Park Mhp

EPA ID: IA8222612 · 320 people served · 9 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Ponderosa Park Mhp delivers safe water to 320 residents.

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

320
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$158K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$62,766
Median Household Income
103,543
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ponderosa Park Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $62,766 and an estimated 103,543 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% 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

Ponderosa Park Mhp'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Scott 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

80 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 91% 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. 14 detections recorded. 7 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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,267
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $467
Total Estimated Cost $2,933

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 $2,933 (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

Ponderosa Park Mhp (EPA ID: IA8222612) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 320 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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.

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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 Ponderosa Park Mhp (IA8222612) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ponderosa Park Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Ponderosa Park Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Ponderosa Park Mhp serve?

Ponderosa Park Mhp serves approximately 320 people across 9 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Ponderosa Park Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
159
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 320
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

Should I use a water filter?
Ponderosa Park Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Ponderosa Park Mhp serve?
Ponderosa Park Mhp serves approximately 320 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Ponderosa Park Mhp's water source?
Ponderosa Park Mhp draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Ponderosa Park Mhp's service area?
The Ponderosa Park Mhp service area has a median household income of $62,766. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Ponderosa Park Mhp get its water?
Ponderosa Park Mhp'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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