The Lakes, NV Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
3 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for The Lakes: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
The Lakes, NV: mid-range safety grade, uneven compliance across service areas.
How The Lakes Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Who Supplies Your Water in The Lakes
The Lakes, NV is covered by 3 major water utilities out of 3 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
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Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in The Lakes, Nevada, covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 1,573,358 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in The Lakes as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for The Lakes: 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
The Lakes water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for The Lakes
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 3 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88901 | C | NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE | 19,081 |
| 88905 | C | BOULDER CITY | 15,000 |
| 89163 | C | LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT | 1,539,277 |
All ZIP Codes in The Lakes
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.
Health Outcomes in The Lakes
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 You Can Do in The Lakes
- 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. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for The Lakes, NV