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DES MOINES WATER WORKS

Serving 19 cities in IA

Monitor
2 above health guidelines
245K
People Served
19
Cities
1
Water Sources
0
MCL Violations

Official DES MOINES WATER WORKS Resources

Emergency Contact

515) 283-8700

Available 24/7 for emergencies

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DES MOINES WATER WORKS Service Area

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Service Area

This map shows the approximate service area for DES MOINES WATER WORKS. Actual coverage may vary. Contact the utility directly to confirm service availability at your address.

DES MOINES WATER WORKS Water Quality Grade

B
Good

Water quality is good with minor concerns.

Quality Score80/100
2
Above Health Guidelines
0
EPA Violations

Grade is calculated based on contaminants exceeding health guidelines (MCLG) and EPA Maximum Contaminant Level violations. A = Excellent (90-100), B = Good (80-89), C = Fair (70-79), D = Poor (60-69), F = Failing (<60).

Is DES MOINES WATER WORKS Water Safe to Drink?

DES MOINES WATER WORKS has reported 2 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one city served. We recommend reviewing individual city reports below for specific water quality details.

This utility serves 245,123 people across 19 cities in IA. Water quality can vary by location within the service area. Check individual city pages below for detailed contaminant data specific to your area.

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DES MOINES WATER WORKS Service Area

DES MOINES WATER WORKS Contact & Information

Emergency Line

515) 283-8700

24/7 After-Hours

Mailing Address

ATTN JENNY PUFFER 2201 GEORGE FLAGG PKWY Des Moines, IA 50321

B2B Contact Data

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Contacts for DES MOINES WATER WORKS

Updated Jan 2026
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Water Sources & Treatment

Water Sources

Surface water

Treatment Methods

conventionalfiltrationsoftening

Disinfectant Used

chloramines, hypochlorite

DES MOINES WATER WORKS Annual Water Quality Reports

2026 Water Quality Report
Latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
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Historical reports are being compiled. Check back soon for archived water quality data.

What is a CCR? The Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) is an annual water quality report that water utilities are required by the EPA to provide to customers. It contains information about your water source, detected contaminants, and compliance status.

Recommended Water Filters for DES MOINES WATER WORKS

Based on water quality data from cities served by DES MOINES WATER WORKS, we recommend NSF-certified filters that can remove contaminants above health guidelines.

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