Mohave Valley, AZ: 2 Health Violations — 72/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Mohave Valley, EPA monitoring data shows low violation rates and healthy safety margins — a pattern that places the city well above AZ's average for drinking water compliance across recent reporting cycles.
How Mohave Valley Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Mohave Valley Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 26 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0069 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,450 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.41 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Mohave Valley
In Mohave Valley, AZ, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 3 leading providers out of 7 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Mohave Valley, Arizona (population ~8,403), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 34,949 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mohave Valley: B (72/100)
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
Mohave Valley water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0069 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 1009 | Other | 15 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 9 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 6 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 6 | 2 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86440 | C | 13 | 1 | Epcor - Willow Valley/king Street |
| 86446 | B | 13 | 1 | Epcor - Willow Valley/king Street |
All ZIP Codes in Mohave Valley
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Mohave Valley
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Mohave Valley Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Mohave Valley Homeowners
For most Mohave Valley homeowners, estimated remediation represents a moderate equity share — manageable with planning.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Mohave Valley. The estimated $1,300–$3,950 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 24% below the Arizona average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Mohave Valley
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.
Lead risk in Mohave Valley appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Mohave Valley
Multiple flood events have been recorded for Mohave Valley through the NFIP — 26 claims in total, with 50% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated zones — pointing to a flood exposure profile that merits inclusion in a water quality assessment without reaching high-severity planning territory.
Mohave Valley has a moderate flood history with 26 FEMA claims averaging $19,568 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,450</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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