Current Health-Based Noncompliance AZ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Hidden Hollow Mhc

EPA ID: AZ0403362 ยท 400 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hidden Hollow Mhc (AZ0403362): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Hidden Hollow Mhc carries 1 open EPA violation that remain unresolved in the federal system - approximately 400 people fall within its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

400
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
3
Contaminants Flagged
$571K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hidden Hollow Mhc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,587
Median Household Income
36,900
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hidden Hollow Mhc serves a community with a median household income of $62,587 and an estimated 36,900 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 39% 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

Hidden Hollow Mhc'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hidden Hollow Mhc compares to EPA limits

Barium 1 mg/L (50% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule 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.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection 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 PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Hidden Hollow Mhc (EPA ID: AZ0403362) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 400 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 86001 in Flagstaff.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
September 8, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Barium Non-health-based Resolved
August 23, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 Yes
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 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.

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

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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 Hidden Hollow Mhc (AZ0403362) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hidden Hollow Mhc water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Hidden Hollow Mhc. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Hidden Hollow Mhc serve?

Hidden Hollow Mhc serves approximately 400 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Hidden Hollow Mhc get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Hidden Hollow Mhc's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Barium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Hidden Hollow Mhc serve?
Hidden Hollow Mhc serves approximately 400 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hidden Hollow Mhc's water source?
Hidden Hollow Mhc draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Hidden Hollow Mhc's service area?
The Hidden Hollow Mhc service area has a median household income of $62,587. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hidden Hollow Mhc get its water?
Hidden Hollow Mhc'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.). Hidden Hollow Mhc (AZ): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0403362/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Hidden Hollow Mhc (EPA ID: AZ0403362) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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