ZIP Code 52645 Water Quality & Testing Report
New London, IA · Henry County County · Updated for 2026
Compiled & verified by Sahajul Haque from official EPA SDWIS recordsIs Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 52645 (New London, IA)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 52645 (New London, IA) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of C (66/100) due to 0 health violation(s) and 1.1 ppb lead. While treated by New London Munic Water Department, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Fair — Some compliance concerns
Health Violations
0
Total Violations
0
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
0
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 0 unresolved violation. Contact New London Munic Water Department for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 52645
Tap water in ZIP code 52645 (New London, IA) is distributed by New London Munic Water Department (EPA ID: IA4458060), serving approximately 1,910 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of C with a composite quality score of 66/100.
Water System
New London Munic Water Department
EPA ID: IA4458060
Water Source
Ground Water
Population Served
1,910 residents
County
Henry County County, Iowa
Lead Levels in ZIP 52645
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 1.1 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 52645 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 52% 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 52645 is Very Hard (243 mg/L / 14.2 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
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: New London Munic Water Department · PWSID: IA4458060
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
New London Munic Water Department has recorded zero violations in the EPA compliance database over the past 5 years.
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 52645 under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Ground Water
This system draws water from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through soil and rock, but can still contain naturally occurring minerals like arsenic, radium, or nitrates.
Highest potential
% 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 52645
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 52645 served by New London Munic 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 52645 Recommendations
Some compliance concerns — take precautions
- ⚠ Use a certified NSF/ANSI 53 filter for drinking and cooking water if you have young children
- ⚠ Never give unfiltered tap water to infants in formula — use certified bottled or filtered water
- ⚠ Request a copy of the Consumer Confidence Report to see what was detected and when
- ⚠ Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 1-800-426-4791
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Specifically certified to reduce lead and copper at the tap.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Advanced filtration for PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, and organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 52645 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 52645 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 New London Munic 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 →