Water System Report IA

Calmar Water Supply

EPA ID: IA9615064 · 1,125 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring history at Calmar Water Supply shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 1,125 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,125
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0037 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$226K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$97,621
Median Household Income
1,856
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Calmar Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $97,621 and an estimated 1,856 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Calmar 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Winneshiek 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

125 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
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
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

Calmar Water Supply (EPA ID: IA9615064) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 1,125 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52132 in Calmar.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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
52132 0.0037 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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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 Calmar Water Supply (IA9615064) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calmar Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Calmar Water Supply serve?

Calmar Water Supply serves approximately 1,125 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Calmar 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:

4
Confirmed Lead
4
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
534
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: 1,125
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 Calmar Water Supply safe to drink?
Calmar Water Supply has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Calmar 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 Calmar Water Supply serve?
Calmar Water Supply serves approximately 1,125 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Calmar Water Supply's water source?
Calmar Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Calmar Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0037 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Calmar Water Supply's service area?
The Calmar Water Supply service area has a median household income of $97,621. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Calmar Water Supply get its water?
Calmar 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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