Historical Compliance Records AZ 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Cloud Nine Water Company

EPA ID: AZ0402009 ยท 143 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cloud Nine Water Company (AZ0402009): 2 past health-based violations, since resolved. Past issues aside, Cloud Nine Water Company cleared all 4 violations and is compliant today, supplying 143 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

143
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
3
Contaminants Flagged
$218K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cloud Nine Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$60,822
Median Household Income
34,958
Service Area Population
69%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cloud Nine Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $60,822 and an estimated 34,958 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 69% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Cloud Nine Water Company's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cloud Nine Water Company compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Contaminant 0700 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Cloud Nine Water Company (EPA ID: AZ0402009) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 143 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 85635 in Sierra Vista.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 26, 2022 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 12, 2022 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 2 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by AZ or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cloud Nine Water Company (AZ0402009) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cloud Nine Water Company water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Cloud Nine Water Company; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Cloud Nine Water Company serve?

Cloud Nine Water Company serves approximately 143 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Cloud Nine Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cloud Nine Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 0700, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Cloud Nine Water Company serve?
Cloud Nine Water Company serves approximately 143 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cloud Nine Water Company's water source?
Cloud Nine Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cloud Nine Water Company's service area?
The Cloud Nine Water Company service area has a median household income of $60,822. EPA EJScreen data classifies 69% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cloud Nine Water Company get its water?
Cloud Nine Water Company's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cloud Nine Water Company (AZ): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0402009/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Cloud Nine Water Company (EPA ID: AZ0402009) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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