Water System Report IA

Pierson Water Supply

EPA ID: IA9766041 · 337 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Pierson Water Supply has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 337 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
337
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0008 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$105K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$80,000
Median Household Income
465
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pierson Water Supply serves a community with a median household income of $80,000 and an estimated 465 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% 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

Pierson 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Woodbury 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

81 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

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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

Pierson Water Supply (EPA ID: IA9766041) is a community water system in Iowa that serves approximately 337 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 51048 in Pierson.

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
51048 0.0008 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 Pierson Water Supply (IA9766041) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierson Water Supply water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Pierson Water Supply serve?

Pierson Water Supply serves approximately 337 people across 1 ZIP code in Iowa.

Where does Pierson 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
36
Unknown Material
149
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: 345
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 Pierson Water Supply safe to drink?
Pierson 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?
Pierson 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 Pierson Water Supply serve?
Pierson Water Supply serves approximately 337 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pierson Water Supply's water source?
Pierson Water Supply draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pierson Water Supply's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0008 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pierson Water Supply's service area?
The Pierson Water Supply service area has a median household income of $80,000. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pierson Water Supply get its water?
Pierson 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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