Marshalltown Water Quality

Iowa

Health Violations

The tap water in Marshalltown, Iowa is served by 15 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 34,613 people. 22 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 1040 in 2024. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

15
Water Systems
34,613
Population Served
22
Total Violations
22
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Marshalltown, Iowa is delivered through 15 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 34,613 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Marshalltown shows 22 total violations across all 15 systems, of which 22 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 1040. 5 TRI-reporting industrial facilities are also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Iowa drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
MARSHALLTOWN WATER WORKS 27,591 0 Clean
ACKLEY MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS 1,599 0 Clean
CLARKSVILLE WATER SUPPLY 1,254 0 Clean
CRESCENT WATER SUPPLY 778 0 Clean
DUMONT WATER SUPPLY 635 0 Clean
NEW HARTFORD WATER SUPPLY 570 0 Clean
MARSHALLTOWN ESTATES 382 0 Clean
ANDREW WATER SUPPLY 380 0 Clean
MONDAMIN WATER SUPPLY 339 0 Clean
SILVER CITY WATER SUPPLY 245 0 Clean
LA MOTTE WATER SUPPLY 237 0 Clean
RANDOLPH WATER WORKS 192 0 Clean
HASTINGS WATER SUPPLY 152 22 Health
SWALEDALE WATER SUPPLY 144 0 Clean
HICKORY ACRES 115 0 Clean

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
1040 2024-04-01
1040 2024-04-01
1040 2024-04-01
1040 2024-03-01
1040 2024-03-01
1040 2024-03-01
1040 2023-12-01
1040 2023-12-01
1040 2023-12-01
1040 2023-11-01
1040 2023-11-01
1040 2023-11-01
1040 2023-05-01
1040 2023-05-01
1040 2023-05-01
1040 2023-05-01
1040 2023-05-01
1040 2023-04-01
1040 2023-04-01
1040 2023-04-01
1040 2023-04-01
1040 2023-04-01

TRI Facilities in Marshalltown

Facility Total Releases
Swift Pork 9.2M lbs
Diamond Vogel Inc. 5.5K lbs
Fisher Controls International LLC 1.7K lbs
Lennox Industries Inc 102 lbs
Forterra Concrete Products - Marshalltown 0 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshalltown, Iowa water safe to drink?
Marshalltown is served by 15 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 34,613 people. 22 health-based violations have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Marshalltown have?
Marshalltown water systems have a total of 22 violations on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 22 are health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Marshalltown water?
Health-based violations for Marshalltown water systems include the following contaminants: 1040. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Marshalltown?
15 EPA-regulated community water systems serve Marshalltown, Iowa, collectively covering approximately 34,613 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Marshalltown get its drinking water?
Marshalltown's water supply comes from 15 EPA-regulated community water systems. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Marshalltown?
Yes, 5 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facilities are registered in Marshalltown, Iowa, reporting a combined 9.2M lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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