Lenox Water Supply
EPA ID: IA8748075 · 1,470 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lenox Water Supply (IA8748075): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA data: Lenox Water Supply - zero violations, five years, 1,470 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lenox Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Lenox Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $71,580 and an estimated 4,989 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 33% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Lenox Water Supply'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Iowa
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Lenox Water Supply (EPA ID: IA8748075) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,470 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0012 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
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 Lenox Water Supply (IA8748075) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lenox Water Supply water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lenox 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 Lenox Water Supply serve?
Lenox Water Supply serves approximately 1,470 people across 4 ZIP codes in Iowa.
Where does Lenox Water Supply get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lenox Water Supply Water Quality Report, IA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia8748075/
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