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Official Status: March 2026

Is Knoxville tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 78/100.

Safety Score
78
out of 100

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Knoxville

Iowa

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Is Knoxville tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 78/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Knoxville. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

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

Requirement Status
Recommended
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💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Knoxville, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 78/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

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

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Score Breakdown for Knoxville

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 78%

*Scores are calculated using weighted EPA monitoring data from the past 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knoxville tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 78/100.

How many water systems serve Knoxville?

Knoxville is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Knoxville?

The water quality score for Knoxville is N/A out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Knoxville?

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

Water Quality Score
78/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
2
Population
14,087

Knoxville Water Quality Summary

Knoxville, IA receives a water quality score of 78/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Knoxville's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

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

Water Systems Serving Knoxville (0)

Water system data coming soon for Knoxville.

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