Cal Nev Ari, NV Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
For most households in Cal Nev Ari, NV tap water is adequate — the middle-tier grade reflects gaps in specific service areas.
How Cal Nev Ari Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Cal Nev Ari Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 64% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 12.48 — above typical levels.
Cal Nev Ari's Water Providers
A single dominant system supplies most of Cal Nev Ari, NV. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Cal Nev Ari, Nevada (population ~326), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 9,000 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Cal Nev Ari — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Cal Nev Ari: C (66/100)
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
Cal Nev Ari water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Cal Nev Ari
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89039 | C | BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT | 9,000 |
All ZIP Codes in Cal Nev Ari
- 89039 [C]
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.
Cal Nev Ari 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
Cal Nev Ari Infrastructure Age
With 64% 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
When more than half a city's housing predates the 1986 federal ban on lead solder, plumbing-era lead risk becomes a citywide concern rather than an exception. Cal Nev Ari's median build year of 1987 places it squarely in that category.
Over half of homes in Cal Nev Ari 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.
Cal Nev Ari: 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.
When older housing represents 64% of the local inventory or aggregate readings approach the federal action level, an in-home check becomes the standard way to translate citywide averages into the specific reality of an individual Cal Nev Ari address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Cal Nev Ari
- 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. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 64% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Cal Nev Ari, NV