ZipCheckup grade for 83648: C.
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Mountain Home A F B, ID (83648): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 67/100
EPA data for Mountain Home Air Force Base
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 83648 in Mountain Home A F B, ID contain 111 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 health-based violation and 110 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Looking at every monitored dimension for 83648 in Mountain Home A F B, the high-priority label applies to 1 condition - nothing in the record clears the bar for critical status.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 67/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (8) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 83648 in Mountain Home A F B, Idaho is mapped to the water system Mountain Home Air Force Base (EPA ID: ID4200054). This system provides water to approximately 7,500 people from groundwater sources.
Other Water Quality Reports in Idaho
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- 83209 (Pocatello) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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- 83211 (American Falls) - 11 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83212 (Arbon)
- 83213 (Arco)
- 83214 (Arimo)
- 83215 (Atomic City)
- 83217 (Bancroft)
- 83218 (Basalt)
- 83220 (Bern)
- 83221 (Blackfoot) - 93 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83223 (Bloomington)
- 83226 (Challis)
- 83227 (Clayton)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 83616 (Eagle) - 6 mi - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83714 (Garden City) - 7 mi - 127 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83669 (Star) - 8 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 83617 (Emmett) - 9 mi
- 83646 (Meridian) - 10 mi
- 83713 (Boise) - 11 mi - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83644 (Middleton) - 12 mi
- 83703 (Boise) - 12 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83704 (Boise) - 12 mi - 125 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 83642 (Meridian) - 12 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Mountain Home Air Force Base (ID4200054) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 83648.
Detected compounds: PFHxA, PFHxS, PFPeA, PFBS.
Highest measured level: 0.013 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Health Risks from Detected Contaminants
Radium-226
High RiskEPA reference value: 5 pCi/L (MCL for combined Radium-226 & 228)
Increased cancer risk, including bone cancer (known carcinogen)
At-risk groups: people who drink water with radium above the MCL over many years
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): ion exchange (water softener), reverse osmosis, lime softening · Find a filter →
Radium-228
High RiskEPA reference value: 5 pCi/L (MCL for combined Radium-226 & 228)
Increased cancer risk, including bone cancer (known carcinogen)
At-risk groups: people who drink water with radium above the MCL over many years
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): ion exchange (water softener), reverse osmosis, lime softening · Find a filter →
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (8) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 83648 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 111 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 83648 (primary system: Mountain Home Air Force Base), including 1 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 83648's water come from?
The recorded water source for Mountain Home Air Force Base, a system mapped to ZIP code 83648, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 7,500 people.
How does Mountain Home A F B water compare to the national average?
Mountain Home A F B's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 65% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 69% of ZIP codes within Idaho.
How can I get my water tested in Mountain Home A F B?
If Mountain Home Air Force Base supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 83648?
83648 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Elmore County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 83648's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 83648. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Mountain Home A F B, ID (83648): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 67/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/83648/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 83648
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83616 | Eagle, ID | 6.2 mi | B | 3 |
| 83714 | Garden City, ID | 7.3 mi | C | 127 |
| 83669 | Star, ID | 7.8 mi | B | 1 |
| 83617 | Emmett, ID | 9.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 83646 | Meridian, ID | 9.9 mi | C | 0 |
| 83713 | Boise, ID | 11.3 mi | B | 6 |
| 83644 | Middleton, ID | 11.6 mi | B | 0 |
| 83703 | Boise, ID | 11.7 mi | B | 2 |
| 83704 | Boise, ID | 12.2 mi | C | 125 |
| 83642 | Meridian, ID | 12.2 mi | C | 1 |
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