Health Violations Found AZ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Clear Springs Utility Well 6

EPA ID: AZ0402049 · 48 people served · 1 ZIP code

Compliance tracking for Clear Springs Utility Well 6 shows 1 pending violation logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 48 residents while those findings remain open.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
48
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.009 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$159K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Clear Springs Utility Well 6 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$51,042
Median Household Income
1,959
Service Area Population
69%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Clear Springs Utility Well 6 serves a community with a median household income of $51,042 and an estimated 1,959 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Clear Springs Utility Well 6'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

About 1% of homes in Cochise County, Arizona rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Clear Springs Utility Well 6 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Clear Springs Utility Well 6 (EPA ID: AZ0402049) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 48 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 85625 in Pearce.

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
85625 0.009 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Clear Springs Utility Well 6 (AZ0402049) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clear Springs Utility Well 6 water safe to drink?

Clear Springs Utility Well 6 has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Clear Springs Utility Well 6 serve?

Clear Springs Utility Well 6 serves approximately 48 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Clear Springs Utility Well 6 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
41
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 48
Reported to Arizona

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Clear Springs Utility Well 6 safe to drink?
Clear Springs Utility Well 6 earns a B safety grade with 8 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Clear Springs Utility Well 6's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report 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 Clear Springs Utility Well 6 serve?
Clear Springs Utility Well 6 serves approximately 48 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Clear Springs Utility Well 6's water source?
Clear Springs Utility Well 6 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Clear Springs Utility Well 6's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.009 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Clear Springs Utility Well 6's service area?
The Clear Springs Utility Well 6 service area has a median household income of $51,042. EPA EJScreen data classifies 69% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Clear Springs Utility Well 6 get its water?
Clear Springs Utility Well 6'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Clear Springs Utility Well 6 (EPA ID: AZ0402049) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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