Water System Report IA

Squaw Valley South Subdivision

EPA ID: IA8503305 · 105 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Squaw Valley South Subdivision's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 105 residents year after year.

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

105
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2023) to 1 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Squaw Valley South Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,701
Median Household Income
73,253
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
27th
Poverty Percentile
38th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Squaw Valley South Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $65,701 and an estimated 73,253 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Squaw Valley South Subdivision'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
17th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
22th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Story 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $917
Total Estimated Cost $2,117

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

Squaw Valley South Subdivision (EPA ID: IA8503305) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 105 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 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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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 Squaw Valley South Subdivision (IA8503305) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Squaw Valley South Subdivision water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Squaw Valley South Subdivision has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Squaw Valley South Subdivision serve?

Squaw Valley South Subdivision serves approximately 105 people across 6 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Squaw Valley South Subdivision 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
41
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: 105
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?
Squaw Valley South Subdivision meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Squaw Valley South Subdivision serve?
Squaw Valley South Subdivision serves approximately 105 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Squaw Valley South Subdivision's water source?
Squaw Valley South Subdivision draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Squaw Valley South Subdivision's service area?
The Squaw Valley South Subdivision service area has a median household income of $65,701. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Squaw Valley South Subdivision get its water?
Squaw Valley South Subdivision'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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