Prescott Valley, AZ: 53 Violations - Home Safety 68/100
3 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Prescott Valley: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Compared to top-scoring cities in AZ, Prescott Valley lands in the middle tier - some water systems meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and performance can vary significantly across service areas.
How Prescott Valley Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Prescott Valley Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 53 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.005 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 15% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.61 - above typical levels.
Prescott Valley's Water Providers
Prescott Valley, AZ draws its residential water from 3 separate providers among the 5 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Prescott Valley, Arizona (population ~49,288), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 101,825 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 3 ZIP codes.
2 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Prescott Valley: C (68/100)
Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| PFAS MCL Screen | UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
| Annual AQI | EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days |
Water Sources
Prescott Valley water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0050 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barium | Inorganic | 12 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 10 | 1 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 7 | 2 |
| Gross Alpha | Radionuclides | 6 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86314 | C | 53 | 1 | Town of Prescott Valley |
| 86315 | C | 38 | 1 | City of Prescott |
All ZIP Codes in Prescott 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Prescott Valley Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Prescott Valley's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Prescott Valley Infrastructure Age
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Why does housing age matter for water safety? Homes built before 1986 may have lead-soldered copper plumbing joints - a practice banned that year. Prescott Valley's median build year of 1998 places much of the city's housing in the post-ban era, reducing that specific risk pathway for most residents.
Most homes in Prescott Valley were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Prescott Valley
Within the Prescott Valley market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity - the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Prescott Valley are relatively low compared to home values. The $533–$2,000 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 65% above the Arizona average.
Prescott Valley: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Pre-rule stock in Prescott Valley accounts for 15% of the inventory - a modest fraction - and citywide samples land safely beneath the federal action mark.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Prescott Valley: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Prescott Valley contains 18 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $12,613. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
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. The <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
What You Can Do in Prescott Valley
- 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.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Barium can reduce the most common contaminant found in Prescott Valley's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
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