Water System Report IA

Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge)

EPA ID: IA9433302 · 55 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) posted zero EPA violations serving 55 residents.

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

55
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$178K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,043
Median Household Income
5,482
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) serves a community with a median household income of $71,043 and an estimated 5,482 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% 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

Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge)'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Humboldt 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

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 92% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

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Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) (EPA ID: IA9433302) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 55 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 50548 in Humboldt.

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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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 Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) (IA9433302) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) serve?

Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) serves approximately 55 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
5
Unknown Material
13
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 55
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?
Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) serve?
Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) serves approximately 55 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge)'s water source?
Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge)'s service area?
The Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) service area has a median household income of $71,043. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge) get its water?
Deer Creek Subdivision (fort Dodge)'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.
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