Water Quality in Altoona, IA
2 water systems serving 19,927 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Altoona water systems is 5.6 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 134 |
| Health-based violations | 17 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Altoona
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Altoona tap water safe to drink?
Altoona tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Altoona, Iowa?
Altoona has 2 public water systems serving approximately 19,927 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 5.6 ppb. There are 134 total violations on record.
Does Altoona have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 5.6 ppb across Altoona's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Altoona?
2 public water systems are registered in Altoona, Iowa with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 19,927 people.