Carson City, NV: 10 Violations — 84/100 (2026)
10 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for Carson City by NV authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How Carson City Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Carson City, NV
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Carson City's 10 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Carson City Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 10 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0027 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,610 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.18 — above typical levels.
Carson City's Water Providers
Throughout Carson City, NV, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 7 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 10 ZIP codes in Carson City, Nevada, covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 65,163 people.
10 of 10 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Carson City: B (84/100)
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
Carson City water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0027 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 1 ZIP code
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | Inorganic | 11 | 10 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89701 | B | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89702 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89703 | B | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89705 | C | 1 | 0 | Indian Hills Gid |
| 89706 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89711 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89712 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89713 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89714 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
| 89721 | A | 1 | 0 | Carson City Public Works |
All ZIP Codes in Carson City
- 89701 [B] — 1 violation
- 89702 [A] — 1 violation
- 89703 [B] — 1 violation
- 89705 [C] — 1 violation
- 89706 [A] — 1 violation
- 89711 [A] — 1 violation
- 89712 [A] — 1 violation
- 89713 [A] — 1 violation
- 89714 [A] — 1 violation
- 89721 [A] — 1 violation
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.
Carson City 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 Carson City's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Carson City
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Carson City 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 Carson City are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,070–$2,120 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 13% above the Nevada average.
Carson City: 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 Carson City 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.
Carson City: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
How does Carson City's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 92 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 30% 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.
Carson City has a moderate flood history with 92 FEMA claims averaging $4,906 per payout. 30% 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>$1,610</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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