Water System Report IA

Warren Water District

EPA ID: IA9133701 · 20,095 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Warren Water District shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 20,095 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
20,095
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$301K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Warren Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$108,907
Median Household Income
20,635
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Warren Water District serves a community with a median household income of $108,907 and an estimated 20,635 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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

Warren Water District'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Warren 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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% 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

Warren Water District (EPA ID: IA9133701) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 20,095 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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
50125 0.0002 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 Warren Water District (IA9133701) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warren Water District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Warren Water District serve?

Warren Water District serves approximately 20,095 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Warren Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
103
Unknown Material
8,541
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 20,095
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 Warren Water District safe to drink?
Warren Water District has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Warren Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Warren Water District serve?
Warren Water District serves approximately 20,095 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Warren Water District's water source?
Warren Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Warren Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Warren Water District's service area?
The Warren Water District service area has a median household income of $108,907. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Warren Water District get its water?
Warren Water District'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Warren Water District (EPA ID: IA9133701) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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