Water System Report IA

Spillville Water Supply

EPA ID: IA9686077 · 385 people served · 1 ZIP code

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Spillville Water Supply kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 385 people served.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
385
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0058 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$157K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$42,750
Median Household Income
409
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
88%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Spillville Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $42,750 and an estimated 409 residents across its service area. Approximately 88% 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

Spillville 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

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Iowa

D 0 violations
0 violations
B 0 violations
Casey Water Supply
387 people
0 violations
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
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

Spillville Water Supply (EPA ID: IA9686077) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 385 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 52168 in Spillville.

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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
52168 0.0058 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 Spillville Water Supply (IA9686077) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spillville Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Spillville Water Supply serve?

Spillville Water Supply serves approximately 385 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Spillville 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
209
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 371
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 Spillville Water Supply safe to drink?
Spillville 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?
Spillville 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 Spillville Water Supply serve?
Spillville Water Supply serves approximately 385 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Spillville Water Supply's water source?
Spillville Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Spillville Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0058 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Spillville Water Supply's service area?
The Spillville Water Supply service area has a median household income of $42,750. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Spillville Water Supply get its water?
Spillville 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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3

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