Water Quality in Dubuque, IA
109 water systems serving 78,722 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Dubuque water systems is 3.3 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 5690 |
| Health-based violations | 627 |
| Lead action level violations | 1 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Dubuque
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dubuque tap water safe to drink?
Dubuque 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 Dubuque, Iowa?
Dubuque has 109 public water systems serving approximately 78,722 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.3 ppb. There are 5690 total violations on record.
Does Dubuque have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.3 ppb across Dubuque's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Dubuque?
109 public water systems are registered in Dubuque, Iowa with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 78,722 people.