Water System Report IA

Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8

EPA ID: IA8245323 · 85 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 85 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
85
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$307K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$100,122
Median Household Income
6,111
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 serves a community with a median household income of $100,122 and an estimated 6,111 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8'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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 (EPA ID: IA8245323) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 85 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52753 in Le Claire.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
52753 0.0016 mg/L No N/A

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

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 Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 (IA8245323) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 serve?

Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 serves approximately 85 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 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
26
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: 85
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 Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 safe to drink?
Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 serve?
Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 serves approximately 85 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8's water source?
Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8's service area?
The Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 service area has a median household income of $100,122. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8 get its water?
Mccarty Creek Homeowners Assn #8'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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