CITY REPORT AZ

Lukeville, AZ Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03

State safety rankings put Lukeville, AZ near the lower tier — below-average compliance on record.

How Lukeville Compares

Lukeville53/100
Arizona avg64/100
National avg67/100

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
0
ZIPs with Violations
D · 53
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
Radon Risk (Moderate)
$400
Est. Remediation

Key Facts for Lukeville Residents

  • Homes built before 1986: 63% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 12.22 — above typical levels.

Lukeville's Water Providers

Residential addresses in Lukeville, AZ are served by 2 primary water providers out of 2 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.

AJO IMPROVEMENT COMPANY
Serves ~2,654 people
53
/100
Arizona Water Company - Ajo
Serves ~2,100 people
53
/100

Overview

We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lukeville, Arizona (population ~38), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 4,754 people region-wide.

No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Lukeville — an excellent indicator of water quality.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Lukeville: D (53/100)

The score combines three factors:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
Lead Levels 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification

Water Sources

Lukeville water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Lead data: not yet available for Lukeville
  • 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
85341 D Arizona Water Company - Ajo 2,100

All ZIP Codes in Lukeville

Data Sources

Updated daily.

Lukeville Community Health Snapshot

10.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.3%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.9% ↑
Diabetes 11% ↑
Mental Health 16.3% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Lukeville Infrastructure Age

1902
Median Build Year
63%
Built Before 1986
63%
Built Before 1970
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Likely Pipe Material

With 63% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Reading the housing age data for Lukeville — median build year 1902 — the overriding implication is that the plumbing materials inside a typical home here reflect pre-1986 construction standards. In practical terms, that means lead-soldered copper joints are common across much of the housing stock. Where those materials are present, water can leach lead as it moves through joints — a pathway that corrosion control treatment under federal rules is designed to reduce, though it cannot eliminate lead risk where the plumbing materials themselves contain lead.

1902
Median Year Built
63%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
63%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (63%) 1970–1986 (0%) Post-1986 (37%)

Over half of homes in Lukeville were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lukeville: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

63%
Homes Built Before 1986

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Practically, the structural drivers in Lukeville — 63% pre-rule stock and citywide monitoring at or beyond the regulatory benchmark — make an in-home draw the practical way to translate aggregate averages into the specific conditions at one address.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

What You Can Do in Lukeville

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
  2. Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 63% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
  4. Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe to drink in Lukeville, AZ?
Lukeville has an average water safety score of 53/100 (Grade D). No EPA violations on record. Check individual ZIP code reports for details specific to your neighborhood.
How does Lukeville compare to Arizona average?
Lukeville has an average water safety score of 53/100, which is below the Arizona state average of 64/100.
How many water systems serve Lukeville?
Lukeville is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 38 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Lukeville?
Estimated remediation costs in Lukeville average $400 per household, ranging from $0 to $800. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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