EPA compliance records for Henderson tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within NV.

Data: EPA SDWIS, FEMA NFIP, Census ACS

Water Quality in Henderson

We track home safety signals for 12 ZIP codes in Henderson, Nevada. EPA community-water data is directly mapped for 8 ZIP codes and 2 water systems.

The available EPA records report no violations across 8 directly mapped ZIP records with reported counts in Henderson. This measured subset does not cover ZIP records without a confirmed EPA system mapping.

Average Home Safety Score: A (92/100)

Water sources: Surface water.

Lead Risk

• Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0038 mg/L
• 0 of 8 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
• 14% of housing built before 1986 (when lead solder was banned)
• 1% of housing built before 1950 (when lead pipes were standard)
• Median year built: 2000
• Most common estimated pipe material: Copper
• Lead exposure risk score: 20/100
• Estimated lead service line probability: 4%

Housing Age Distribution

139,100 total housing units across 12 ZIP codes:

Flood Risk

FEMA National Flood Insurance Program data for Henderson:

• 59 flood insurance claims on record
• $165,280 sum of reported building, contents, and ICC payment components
• 32 claims with payment data
• 27 claims without reported payment fields
• $5,165 average reported component sum among claims with payment data
• Dominant rated-zone value in historical claims: A (A/V-family)
• 4 of 6 ZIP codes with claim-zone records have an A/V-family dominant rated zone in those claims
• Claim-zone values are historical insurance records, not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory

Radon Risk

Dominant EPA radon zone among 12 ZIP records with zone data: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

• Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
• Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
• Zone 3 (Low): 12 ZIP codes

Neighborhoods by Safety Score

Safest Areas

What Henderson Residents Can Do

Test Your Water

• Order a certified lab test - home test kits cost $20–50 and cover lead, bacteria, and common contaminants
• Request your utility's CCR (Consumer Confidence Report) - your water provider must publish this annually
• Check your ZIP code - each area in Henderson has different water systems and risk levels

Filter Your Water

• NSF-certified pitcher filter removes chlorine taste and some contaminants ($20–40)
• Reverse osmosis system removes 95%+ of contaminants including lead, PFAS, and nitrates ($150–400)

Stay Informed

• Visit your ZIP code report for detailed, address-level data
• Sign up for EPA water quality alerts
• Review the annual water quality report from your local utility

All ZIP Codes in Henderson

• 89002 [A]
• 89009
• 89011 [A]
• 89012 [A]
• 89014 [A]
• 89015 [A]
• 89016
• 89044 [A]
• 89052 [A]
• 89053
• 89074 [A]
• 89077

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water safe to drink in Henderson, NV?

The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Henderson has an average score of 92/100 (grade A) across 8 ZIP codes with complete current-model evidence. Separately, the available EPA records report no violations across 8 ZIP records with reported counts. Check the specific ZIP and serving utility before drawing a water-safety conclusion.

Does Henderson have lead in the water?

The average 90th-percentile lead level across Henderson is 0.0038 mg/L, below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. 0 of 8 ZIP codes with known action-level status exceed the EPA limit. About 14% of housing was built before 1986, when lead solder was banned.

Is Henderson at risk for flooding?

FEMA data shows 59 flood insurance claim records in Henderson ZIP codes, with an average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum of $5,165 among 32 claims with payment data. 27 claims lack reported payment fields and are not counted as zero. Among 6 ZIP codes with historical claim-zone values, 4 have an A/V-family dominant rated zone in those claims. Claim records do not establish current property-level flood risk; check the FEMA map for a specific address.

Are there lead pipes in Henderson homes?

14% of Henderson housing was built before 1986, when lead solder was common in plumbing. 1% was built before 1950, when lead pipes were standard. The most common estimated pipe material is Copper. The estimated probability of lead service lines is 4%. We recommend testing your water if your home was built before 1986.

Data Sources

• Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
• Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
• Housing age: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey
• Flood data: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program
• Lead exposure: Composite risk score based on housing age, water lead levels, and service line estimates
• Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones

Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.

Housing Age Profile

Lead exposure in tap water isn't just a function of what water utilities deliver - it's also shaped by the plumbing inside individual homes. Structures built before 1986 may contain lead-soldered copper joints, and homes built before 1970 face an additional risk from lead pipes themselves. Henderson's median build year of 2000 suggests the housing stock is broadly weighted toward the safer post-1986 era, but the age distribution shown above makes clear that the pre-1986 share of the inventory still represents a meaningful fraction worth understanding for anyone in an older home.

2000

Median Year Built

0%

Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)

0%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Most homes in Henderson 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.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Henderson

0.0038

mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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 Henderson 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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Henderson

59

Total FEMA Flood Claims

$5,165

Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data

67%

A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Henderson contains 59 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $5,165. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 67% 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.

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.