Water System Report IA

Lehigh Water Supply

EPA ID: IA9453071 · 395 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — Lehigh Water Supply has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 395 residents.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
395
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$130K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 9 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lehigh Water Supply Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$71,690
Median Household Income
29,372
Service Area Population
42%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
89%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lehigh Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $71,690 and an estimated 29,372 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 42% 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?

Groundwater

Lehigh Water Supply'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Webster 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

70 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,000
Water Filtration $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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

Lehigh Water Supply (EPA ID: IA9453071) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 395 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lehigh Water Supply (IA9453071) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lehigh Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Lehigh Water Supply serve?

Lehigh Water Supply serves approximately 395 people across 3 ZIP codes in Iowa.

Where does Lehigh Water Supply 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:

3
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
12
Unknown Material
220
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 395
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 Lehigh Water Supply safe to drink?
Lehigh Water Supply 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?
Lehigh Water Supply meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lehigh Water Supply serve?
Lehigh Water Supply serves approximately 395 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Lehigh Water Supply's water source?
Lehigh Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lehigh Water Supply's service area?
The Lehigh Water Supply service area has a median household income of $71,690. EPA EJScreen data classifies 42% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lehigh Water Supply get its water?
Lehigh Water Supply'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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