Water System Report IA

Tama Water Supply

EPA ID: IA8670013 · 3,130 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tama Water Supply (IA8670013): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Tama Water Supply has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 3,130 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,130
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0048 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$127K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$60,933
Median Household Income
7,209
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tama Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $60,933 and an estimated 7,209 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?

Groundwater

Tama 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 89% 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 $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Tama Water Supply (EPA ID: IA8670013) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 3,130 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0048 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Tama Water Supply (IA8670013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tama Water Supply water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Tama Water Supply in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Tama Water Supply serve?

Tama Water Supply serves approximately 3,130 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Tama Water Supply get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Tama 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 Tama Water Supply serve?
Tama Water Supply serves approximately 3,130 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Tama Water Supply's water source?
Tama Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tama Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0048 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tama Water Supply's service area?
The Tama Water Supply service area has a median household income of $60,933. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tama Water Supply get its water?
Tama 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Tama Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia8670013/
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