ZIP Code 52332 Water Quality & Testing Report
Shellsburg, IA · Benton County County · Updated for 2026
Compiled & verified by Sahajul Haque from official EPA SDWIS recordsIs Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 52332 (Shellsburg, IA)?
Yes, tap water in ZIP code 52332 (Shellsburg, IA) is safe to drink under EPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards. Supplied by Cedar Rapids Water Department, the area earns an EPA Safety Grade of B (70/100) with 0 health violations, 3.1 ppb lead, and very hard (195 mg/L / 11.4 GPG) water.
Water Safety Grade
Good — Minor issues on record
Health Violations
0
Total Violations
1
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
0
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 0 unresolved violation. Contact Cedar Rapids Water Department for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 52332
Tap water in ZIP code 52332 (Shellsburg, IA) is distributed by Cedar Rapids Water Department (EPA ID: IA5715093), serving approximately 141,831 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of B with a composite quality score of 70/100.
Water System
Cedar Rapids Water Department
EPA ID: IA5715093
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
141,831 residents
County
Benton County County, Iowa
Lead Levels in ZIP 52332
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 3.1 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 52332 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 46% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 52332 is Very Hard (195 mg/L / 11.4 GPG). High concentrations of dissolved limestone minerals cause severe mineral buildup, stiff laundry, dry skin, and premature water heater wear.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
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Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Cedar Rapids Water Department · PWSID: IA5715093
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Cedar Rapids Water Department has recorded 1 violation, but none are health-based (e.g., administrative or monitoring infractions).
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Low based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
No health-based contaminant violations are on record for ZIP code 52332 under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Highest potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 1 — highest potential for radon in indoor air. Homeowners should test their home for radon and consider mitigation if levels exceed 4 pCi/L.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 52332
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 52332 served by Cedar Rapids Water Department can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 52332 Recommendations
Your water quality is good
- ✓ Run cold water for 30 seconds each morning before use — especially if pipes are old
- ✓ Request your annual Consumer Confidence Report from Cedar Rapids Water Department
- ✓ If your home was built before 1986, consider testing your own tap for lead
- ✓ Use a pitcher filter (NSF/ANSI 42 certified) for improved taste
Recommended Taste & Safety Filter:
NSF/ANSI 53 Certified Pitcher Filter
Best for removing aesthetic chlorine, odors, and low-level heavy metals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 52332 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 52332 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Cedar Rapids Water Department. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →