Water System Report IA

Hull Water Supply

EPA ID: IA8444063 · 2,384 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Hull Water Supply kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 2,384 people served.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
2,384
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$254K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hull Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$84,115
Median Household Income
20,007
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hull Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $84,115 and an estimated 20,007 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% 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

Hull Water Supply'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Sioux 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Iowa

C 0 violations
D 21 violations
C 3 violations
Toledo Water Supply
2,399 people
C 1 violation
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,433
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,633

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

Hull Water Supply (EPA ID: IA8444063) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 2,384 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
51239 0.0018 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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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 Hull Water Supply (IA8444063) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hull Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Hull Water Supply serve?

Hull Water Supply serves approximately 2,384 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Hull Water Supply 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
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
354
Unknown Material
657
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,384
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 Hull Water Supply safe to drink?
Hull Water Supply 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?
Hull Water Supply meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hull Water Supply serve?
Hull Water Supply serves approximately 2,384 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Hull Water Supply's water source?
Hull Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hull Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hull Water Supply's service area?
The Hull Water Supply service area has a median household income of $84,115. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hull Water Supply get its water?
Hull Water Supply'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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