Lizard Creek Ranch
EPA ID: IA9433801 · 125 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Lizard Creek Ranch (IA9433801): 1 violation on record since 2021. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Lizard Creek Ranch, 1 violation is listed in the dataset, and none is recorded as open for the 125 people in its service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lizard Creek Ranch Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Lizard Creek Ranch have a median household income of $89,063 and about 471 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 93% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 42% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Lizard Creek Ranch's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Lizard Creek Ranch (EPA ID: IA9433801) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 125 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 50524 in Clare.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2021 | Nitrate | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.004 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.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 50524 - Clare
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Lizard Creek Ranch (IA9433801) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lizard Creek Ranch water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Lizard Creek Ranch; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Lizard Creek Ranch serve?
Lizard Creek Ranch serves approximately 125 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.
Where does Lizard Creek Ranch get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lizard Creek Ranch (IA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ia9433801/
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