Queen Creek, AZ: 3 Health Violations — 77/100 (2026)
3 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Queen Creek have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in AZ reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Queen Creek Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Queen Creek Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 105 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0022 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.74 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Queen Creek
Multiple utilities divide Queen Creek, AZ's water service — 3 leading providers among 6 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Queen Creek, Arizona (population ~87,201), covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 435,467 people region-wide.
3 of 3 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Queen Creek: B (77/100)
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
Queen Creek water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0022 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): 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 40 | 3 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 24 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 20 | 3 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 20 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85142 | B | 35 | 1 | Queen Creek Town of |
| 85240 | B | 35 | 1 | Queen Creek Town of |
| 85243 | B | 35 | 1 | Queen Creek Town of |
All ZIP Codes in Queen Creek
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.
CDC Health Data for Queen Creek
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Queen Creek
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Queen Creek: Remediation Cost in Perspective
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Queen Creek is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Queen Creek are relatively low compared to home values. The $683–$2,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 71% above the Arizona average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Queen Creek
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 Queen Creek 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.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Queen Creek
How does Queen Creek's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 13 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 33% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
Queen Creek has a moderate flood history with 13 FEMA claims averaging $23,273 per payout. 33% 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>$1,500</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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