Water System Report IA

Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department

EPA ID: IA9368035 · 637 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 637.

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

637
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$116K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,473
Median Household Income
1,824
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $57,473 and an estimated 1,824 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Surface Water

Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Wayne 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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 78% 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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

SEYMOUR MUNICIPAL UTILITY WATER DEPT (EPA ID: IA9368035) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 637 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 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 Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department (IA9368035) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department serve?

Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department serves approximately 637 people across 2 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department 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:

11
Confirmed Lead
11
Galvanized — Replacement Required
272
Unknown Material
81
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 637
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?
Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department serve?
Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department serves approximately 637 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department's water source?
Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department's service area?
The Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department service area has a median household income of $57,473. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department get its water?
Seymour Municipal Utility Water Department'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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