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Official Status: March 2026

Is Clive tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Clive scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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Clive

Iowa

View Iowa state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Clive tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Clive scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Clive. We found 19 total violations (3 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Clive?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

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 Clive 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

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Clive a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Clive

19
Violations (5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Clive scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve Clive?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Clive?

The water quality score for Clive 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 Clive?

Current contaminant data for Clive is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
20,277

Clive Water Quality Summary

Clive, 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.

Clive'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.

Clive'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 →

No contaminant-specific recommendation is available from the records shown here.

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