Water System Report IA

Iowa American Water Donahue

EPA ID: IA8227045 · 335 people served · 10 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Iowa American Water Donahue has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 335.

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

335
People Served
10
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$173K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Iowa American Water Donahue Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,450
Median Household Income
104,741
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Iowa American Water Donahue serves a community with a median household income of $64,450 and an estimated 104,741 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?

Groundwater

Iowa American Water Donahue'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.

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

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 89% 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 $1,260
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $420
Total Estimated Cost $2,880

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 $2,880 (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

Iowa American Water Donahue (EPA ID: IA8227045) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 335 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 10 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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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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 Iowa American Water Donahue (IA8227045) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iowa American Water Donahue water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Iowa American Water Donahue has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Iowa American Water Donahue serve?

Iowa American Water Donahue serves approximately 335 people across 10 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Iowa American Water Donahue get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
143
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 335
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?
Iowa American Water Donahue meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Iowa American Water Donahue serve?
Iowa American Water Donahue serves approximately 335 people with drinking water across 10 ZIP codes.
What is Iowa American Water Donahue's water source?
Iowa American Water Donahue draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Iowa American Water Donahue's service area?
The Iowa American Water Donahue service area has a median household income of $64,450. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Iowa American Water Donahue get its water?
Iowa American Water Donahue'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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