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4,396 people served · 13 water systems
SOLON, Iowa is a small town with 4,396 residents served by a network of 13 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 52333.
SOLON'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 SOLON. 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.
SOLON'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.
MACBRIDE ESTATES DEVELOPMENT
PWSID: IA5282310
63 served
CHAIN RIDGE SUBDIVISION
PWSID: IA5282307
25 served
TWIN VIEW HEIGHTS
PWSID: IA5282301
155 served
POLK AVENUE WATER ASSOCIATION
PWSID: IA5200899
28 served
NORTH TWIN VIEW HEIGHTS
PWSID: IA5200813
180 served
HIDDEN ACRES SUBDIVISION
PWSID: IA5282308
90 served
LAKE CREST MANOR HOA #3
PWSID: IA5200891
300 served
NORTH CORALVILLE LAKE MANOR
PWSID: IA5200889
55 served
SOLON WATER DEPT
PWSID: IA5282062
3,018 served
TWIN VALLEY LAKES IMPROVEMENT ASSN
PWSID: IA5200861
100 served
INDIAN HILLS HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
PWSID: IA5280302
62 served
COTTAGE RESERVE CORPORATION
PWSID: IA5200801
198 served
LAKEVIEW KNOLLS HOMEOWNERS ASSN.
PWSID: IA5200304
122 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.
SOLON has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 13 water systems serving 4,396 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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