Searchlight, NV Water Safety: 99/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Searchlight, NV: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Searchlight Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Searchlight Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.0008 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 49% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 12.48 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Searchlight
One utility dominates residential water service in Searchlight, NV — out of 1 system in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Searchlight, Nevada (population ~383), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 760 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Searchlight — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Searchlight: A (99/100)
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
Searchlight water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0008 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89046 | A | Searchlight Water Company | 760 |
All ZIP Codes in Searchlight
- 89046 [A]
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 Searchlight
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
How Old Is Searchlight's Housing Stock?
With 49% 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
Searchlight's residential inventory spans multiple construction eras, with the median build year of 1983 landing in a zone where pre- and post-1986 homes are both well represented. That split matters because homes built before 1986 may contain lead-soldered copper joints — a plumbing practice banned that year — while those built before 1970 face the additional possibility of lead pipes in the service line. Whether a specific household sits on the older or newer end of this distribution is the primary variable shaping its individual exposure risk.
Most homes in Searchlight 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.
Protecting Children from Lead in Searchlight
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.
Locally, 49% of Searchlight homes carry interior plumbing from the era when lead solder was still permitted in new builds, and citywide monitoring approaches or crosses the EPA action benchmark. Households can find a draw-test kit and certified filtration through verified retailers.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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