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64,530 people served · 22 water systems
NEWTON, Iowa is a mid-sized community with 64,530 residents served by a network of 22 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 50208.
NEWTON's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS
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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.
EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving NEWTON. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.
No health-based violations in the last 5 years.
NEWTON's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.
UNION WATER SUPPLY
PWSID: IA4291038
399 served
TRURO WATERWORKS
PWSID: IA6167036
525 served
SUNSET VILLAGE
PWSID: IA6469601
528 served
SOUTHRIDGE ESTATE
PWSID: IA7727603
648 served
EWING TRACE MHC
PWSID: IA7727604
455 served
SUNRISE TERRACE MHC
PWSID: IA5059601
330 served
LISCOMB WATER SUPPLY
PWSID: IA6462087
291 served
GILMAN WATER SUPPLY
PWSID: IA6436087
582 served
NEW PROVIDENCE WATER SUPPLY
PWSID: IA4271062
236 served
HOLLAND WATER SUPPLY
PWSID: IA3839052
270 served
NEWTON WATER SUPPLY
PWSID: IA5059064
16,518 served
NEW HORIZONS MHP LLC
PWSID: IA8538601
298 served
SUNNYBROOK MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: IA7700601
360 served
MIDWEST COUNTRY ESTATES
PWSID: IA2573301
820 served
YES WESTERN VILLAGE LLC
PWSID: IA7785601
670 served
YES REGENCY MANOR LLC
PWSID: IA7727602
710 served
IA REGIONAL UTILITIES ASSOC (WAVERLY)
PWSID: IA0990701
37,820 served
IRUA - PERSHING UTILITIES
PWSID: IA6300800
488 served
CEDAR TERRACE MHC
PWSID: IA5700600
600 served
MARION VILLAGE
PWSID: IA5751601
850 served
SOUTHSHORE HEIGHTS
PWSID: IA6342308
138 served
YES FIVE SEASONS CEDAR LLC
PWSID: IA5715602
994 served
This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.
This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.
NEWTON has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 22 water systems serving 64,530 people.
Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.
Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.
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