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Cedar Rapids relies on private wells alongside city mains
In Cedar Rapids at least 800 residences use private wells or systems, many in Lincolnway Village, with some along city lines. The Daltons cite an 80 year old well near their home as reliable and cost effective. private wells cost nothing to meter but require maintenance. Large businesses such as Quaker Oats and Cargill rely on own wells.
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Cedar Rapids
Tom Preston
The
Water Department
Lincolnway Village
Preston
Hazel
Joseph Dalton
38Th St
Dalton
Linn County Health Department
Joe Cook
Bob Whitaker
Whitaker
Cargill
Wilson's
Bob Hansen
United States Department of
Interior Geological Survey
MNB
Armstrong's
Hansen
Gazette
Cedar River
Marion
Waterloo