Water Quality Reports Available Online for Iowa American Water Customers

American Water (NYSE:AWK), through Iowa American Water, released its latest Water Quality Reports online for all Iowa service areas.

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American Water (NYSE:AWK), through Iowa American Water, released its latest Water Quality Reports online for all Iowa service areas. The reports show drinking water for over 225,000 people meets or surpasses all state and federal standards for regulated substances, including lead.

Reports use testing data from January–December 2025, compare results with EPA and Iowa DNR limits, and include certain unregulated compounds. Customers can search reports by ZIP code or request printed copies by calling customer service.

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News Market Reaction – AWK

On May 28, the day this news came out, AWK closed 1.16% below the previous close.

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Market Context

This announcement highlighted that Iowa American Water’s systems supplied water meeting or surpassin...

Analysis

This announcement highlighted that Iowa American Water’s systems supplied water meeting or surpassing state and federal standards for over 225,000 people in 2025, including monitoring for certain unregulated compounds. It adds to a series of quality, infrastructure, and community updates seen in recent months. Investors may watch how ongoing capital investments, regulatory interactions, and future water quality reporting continue to shape AWK’s operational profile and risk management posture.

Key Figures

Population served: over 225,000 people Reporting period: January–December 2025 Report year: 2025 +2 more

Population served

over 225,000 people

Iowa American Water service areas covered in 2025 reports

Reporting period

January–December 2025

Water quality data collection window for latest reports

Report year

2025

Most recent Iowa American Water quality reports

Customer service hours

7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Hours to request printed water quality report

Customer service phone

866-641-2108

Number to request hard copy water quality report

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 26

5 events

1. May 26

   Training facility opening

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   Opened new Nitro, WV training center supporting workforce development and reliability.

2. May 21

   Water quality reports

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   Illinois water quality reports showing standards compliance for about 1.3M people.

3. May 21

   Community grants

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   NJ volunteer fire and EMS departments shared about $50,000 in 2026 grants.

4. May 20

   Infrastructure investments

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   California American Water highlighted $277M of planned 2026 infrastructure investments.

5. May 20

   Conservation guidance

   24h Move

   -0.8%

   NJ American Water urged conservation amid drought warning and mandatory notice.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

consumer confidence reports, u.s. environmental protection agency (epa), iowa department of natural resources (idnr), unregulated compounds

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consumer confidence reports regulatory

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u.s. environmental protection agency (epa) regulatory

"...standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Iowa Department..."

A U.S. government agency that sets and enforces rules to protect air, water and land, including limits on pollution and requirements for permits and cleanup. For investors, EPA actions can change costs, legal risks, and the ability of companies to operate or sell certain products—like a referee whose rulings shape how the game is played and who has an advantage or faces penalties.

iowa department of natural resources (idnr) regulatory

"...standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)."

A state agency that manages and protects Iowa’s land, water, air and wildlife, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) sets and enforces environmental rules, issues permits, and oversees resource use. For investors, its decisions can affect project approvals, operating costs, compliance risk and property values—think of the IDNR as a referee and landlord for activities that touch natural resources, whose rulings can speed up or slow down business plans.

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"the report also includes results of tests conducted on certain unregulated compounds in areas..."

Chemical substances or ingredients that are not governed by official safety, manufacturing, or marketing rules from government agencies; they may not have been tested, approved, or classified for medical use, food, cosmetics, or other regulated markets. For investors, unregulated compounds are a risk and an opportunity: like an uncharted product on a shelf, they can lead to sudden regulatory action, liability, or rapid market shifts if authorities later impose controls or approvals are sought.

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Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards 

DAVENPORT, Iowa, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Iowa American Water announced today that its most recent Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on its website at iowaamwater.com/wqreports. The company is proud to report that once again, the drinking water provided to over 225,000 people in Iowa meets or surpasses both state and federal water quality standards for all regulated substances, including lead. 

"At Iowa American Water, our mission is to provide safe, clean, reliable, and affordable water our customers can trust every time they turn on the tap," said Brad Nielsen, President of Iowa American Water. "These annual reports give customers a clear, transparent look at the quality of their water, where it comes from and how we work every day to protect the sources that keep our communities flowing." 

Annual water quality reports, also known as "consumer confidence reports," detail the quality of water that the company provides to its customers using data collected from water quality testing in its local systems in the previous year, most recently between January and December 2025. It highlights the compounds detected in treated drinking water in comparison to the compliance standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). To enhance education and transparency, the report also includes results of tests conducted on certain unregulated compounds in areas where they are present. 

"We take pride in the work our team does every day to deliver high-quality water service", Nielsen added. "Our water quality reports are one more way we demonstrate our commitment to our customers." 

Customers can access the water quality report specific to their area by visiting iowaamwater.com/wqreports and searching by zip code. Printed copies of the report are also available to customers who do not wish to access it online. Customers can call the company's customer service center at 866-641-2108, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., to request a hard copy of their local report. 

To learn more about Iowa American Water's commitment to water education, environmental stewardship, and quality service, visit: https://www.amwater.com/iaaw/Water-Wastewater-Information/watershed-protection 

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Iowa American Water

Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with approximately 85 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 225,000 people. 

For more information, visit iowaamwater.com and follow Iowa American Water on Facebook, X and LinkedIn.

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What did Iowa American Water announce on May 28, 2026 for AWK customers?

Iowa American Water announced that its latest Water Quality Reports are now available online for all service areas. According to Iowa American Water, testing shows drinking water for over 225,000 Iowans meets or surpasses all state and federal standards for regulated substances, including lead.

How can AWK investors and customers access Iowa American Water 2025 Water Quality Reports?

Customers can access their 2025 Water Quality Report online at iowaamwater.com/wqreports by searching with their ZIP code. According to Iowa American Water, printed copies are available by calling 866-641-2108, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., to request a hard copy.

What time period do the 2025 Iowa American Water Quality Reports for AWK cover?

The current Iowa American Water Quality Reports cover data collected between January and December 2025. According to Iowa American Water, these annual “consumer confidence reports” summarize test results from local systems and compare detected compounds against compliance standards from the U.S. EPA and Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Do Iowa American Water Quality Reports for AWK include information on lead and other substances?

Yes, the reports state that drinking water meets or surpasses standards for all regulated substances, including lead. According to Iowa American Water, the documents also highlight detected compounds versus regulatory limits and include certain unregulated compound test results where those substances are present in the service area.

Why are Iowa American Water Quality Reports important for AWK customers and communities?

The reports give customers a transparent view of local drinking water quality and sources. According to Iowa American Water, they show how the company tests for regulated and some unregulated compounds, compares results to EPA and Iowa DNR standards, and supports safe, reliable water service.