Show Low, AZ: 4 Health Violations — 78/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current monitoring, Show Low holds an above-average drinking water safety record for AZ — violations are infrequent and typically minor when they do appear.
How Show Low Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Show Low Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 34 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0062 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,300 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.75 — above typical levels.
Show Low's Water Providers
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Show Low, AZ — out of 8 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Show Low, Arizona (population ~18,824), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 37,944 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Show Low: B (78/100)
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
Show Low water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0062 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 9 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 9 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 9 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85901 | B | 17 | 2 | City of Show Low |
| 85902 | B | 17 | 2 | City of Show Low |
All ZIP Codes in Show Low
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.
Show Low 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 Show Low's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Show Low
When estimated remediation is placed alongside median property values in Show Low, the resulting ratio is low — a finding consistent with a household financial perspective where documented issues can be addressed without a meaningful impact on overall equity position, making this market one of the more favorable contexts for remediation planning.
Remediation costs in Show Low are relatively low compared to home values. The $550–$2,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 16% below the Arizona average.
Show Low: 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.
Lead risk in Show Low 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.
Show Low: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Although Show Low's flood history doesn't reach high-severity thresholds, NFIP data documents 7 claims and FEMA maps place 50% of ZIP codes in designated flood zones — a combined profile that makes flood-related water quality considerations a reasonable planning baseline.
Show Low has a moderate flood history with 7 FEMA claims averaging $19,651 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>$1,300</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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