2026 Rankings

Worst Infrastructure: Nevada — 2026 Rankings

Last updated: August 31, 2026

176 ZIP codes ranked by Pipe Failure Risk #1: ZIP 89001 (Alamo, NV) - NaN%

Out of 176 ZIP codes with infrastructure data in Nevada, these areas face the highest estimated risk of water pipe failure based on infrastructure age, funding gaps, and violation history.

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ZIP codes ranked 176
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State Nevada

Top 100 Highest Risk ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Pipe Failure Risk Risk Level Safety Score
1 89001 Alamo NV NaN% Unknown
2 89002 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
3 89003 Beatty NV NaN% Unknown
4 89004 Blue Diamond NV NaN% Unknown
5 89005 Boulder City NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
6 89007 Bunkerville NV NaN% Unknown
7 89008 Caliente NV NaN% Unknown
8 89010 Dyer NV NaN% Unknown
9 89011 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
10 89012 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
11 89013 Goldfield NV NaN% Unknown
12 89014 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
13 89015 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
14 89017 Hiko NV NaN% Unknown
15 89018 Indian Springs NV NaN% Unknown
16 89019 Jean NV NaN% Unknown
17 89020 Amargosa Valley NV NaN% Unknown
18 89021 Logandale NV NaN% Unknown
19 89022 Manhattan NV NaN% Unknown
20 89025 Moapa NV NaN% Unknown
21 89027 Mesquite NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
22 89029 Laughlin NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
23 89030 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
24 89031 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
25 89032 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
26 89034 Mesquite NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
27 89039 Cal Nev Ari NV NaN% Unknown
28 89040 Overton NV NaN% Unknown 91/100
29 89042 Panaca NV NaN% Unknown
30 89043 Pioche NV NaN% Unknown
31 89044 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
32 89045 Round Mountain NV NaN% Unknown
33 89046 Searchlight NV NaN% Unknown
34 89047 Silverpeak NV NaN% Unknown
35 89048 Pahrump NV NaN% Unknown 72/100
36 89049 Tonopah NV NaN% Unknown
37 89052 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
38 89054 Sloan NV NaN% Unknown
39 89060 Pahrump NV NaN% Unknown
40 89061 Pahrump NV NaN% Unknown
41 89074 Henderson NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
42 89081 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 91/100
43 89084 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
44 89085 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
45 89086 North Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
46 89101 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
47 89102 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
48 89103 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
49 89104 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
50 89106 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
51 89107 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 91/100
52 89108 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
53 89109 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
54 89110 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
55 89113 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
56 89115 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 91/100
57 89117 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
58 89118 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
59 89119 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
60 89120 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
61 89121 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 91/100
62 89122 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
63 89123 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
64 89124 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
65 89128 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
66 89129 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
67 89130 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
68 89131 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
69 89134 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
70 89135 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
71 89138 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
72 89139 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
73 89141 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
74 89142 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
75 89143 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
76 89144 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
77 89145 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
78 89146 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
79 89147 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
80 89148 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
81 89149 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
82 89156 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
83 89158 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
84 89161 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown
85 89166 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
86 89169 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
87 89178 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown
88 89179 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
89 89183 Las Vegas NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
90 89191 Nellis Afb NV NaN% Unknown 92/100
91 89301 Ely NV NaN% Unknown 66/100
92 89310 Austin NV NaN% Unknown
93 89311 Baker NV NaN% Unknown
94 89314 Duckwater NV NaN% Unknown
95 89315 Ely NV NaN% Unknown
96 89316 Eureka NV NaN% Unknown
97 89317 Lund NV NaN% Unknown
98 89318 Mc Gill NV NaN% Unknown
99 89319 Ruth NV NaN% Unknown
100 89402 Crystal Bay NV NaN% Unknown

Methodology

Infrastructure risk rankings combine four data sources, each weighted equally (25%): (1) EPA Drinking Water Infrastructure Needs Survey (DWINS 2023) — state-level 20-year funding gap per capita for pipe replacement, treatment, and storage; (2) Census ACS housing vintage — percentage of homes built before 1980, when lead solder and galvanized pipes were common; (3) EPA SDWIS violation and enforcement data — system-level compliance history; (4) Lead and Copper Rule indicators — service line material inventories and 90th percentile lead testing results. The combined score is normalized to a 0-100% probability scale.

Data sources: EPA DWINS 2023, Census ACS, EPA SDWIS, Lead and Copper Rule data. Last updated: 2026-08-31.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pipe failure probability mean?

Pipe failure probability estimates the likelihood of water main breaks, lead contamination from corroded pipes, or service disruptions based on infrastructure age, state funding gaps, violation history, and lead indicators. It is not a prediction of imminent failure, but a risk assessment based on known factors.

How is infrastructure risk calculated?

The risk score combines four equally weighted factors: state-level infrastructure funding gap per capita (from EPA DWINS 2023), housing vintage (Census ACS pre-1980 housing percentage), water system violation and enforcement history (EPA SDWIS), and lead exposure indicators (service line probability and testing results).

What can homeowners do about aging infrastructure?

Test your tap water annually, especially for lead. Check if your home has a lead service line through your water utility. Consider a whole-house water filter (NSF/ANSI 53 certified). Review your water system Consumer Confidence Report for violation history.

Does high risk mean my water is unsafe right now?

Not necessarily. Infrastructure risk indicates long-term vulnerability, not current contamination. However, areas with aging pipes and high violation counts have a statistically higher chance of water quality issues. Regular testing is the best way to verify your water safety.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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