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Official Status: March 2026

Is Clinton tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Clinton scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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Clinton

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Is Clinton tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Clinton scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Clinton. We found 5 total violations (1 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Clinton.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Clinton?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Evaluating water infrastructure in Clinton protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (98/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Clinton

5
Violations (5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Clinton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Clinton scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve Clinton?

Clinton is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Clinton?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Clinton.

What is the water quality score for Clinton?

The water quality score for Clinton is 98 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Clinton?

The top contaminants detected in Clinton include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
24,769

Clinton Water Quality Summary

Clinton, IA receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Clinton's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Clinton's score of 98 is 26 points above the Iowa state average of 72, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Iowa water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Clinton (1)

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