Graham County Utilities - Pima
EPA ID: AZ0405002 · 3,799 people served · 4 ZIP codes
Graham County Utilities - Pima's current EPA file includes 4 unresolved violations — every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 3,799 residents across its service territory.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 12 (2022) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Graham County Utilities - Pima Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Graham County Utilities - Pima serves a community with a median household income of $92,143 and an estimated 26,205 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 44% 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?
Graham County Utilities - Pima'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.
About 2% of homes in Graham County, Arizona rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Graham County Utilities - Pima compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 9 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Contaminant 0700 at 4 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. 2 detections recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Arizona
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
GRAHAM COUNTY UTILITIES - PIMA (EPA ID: AZ0405002) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 3,799 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: D (54/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| February 23, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 2, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 2, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 10 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 9 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 4 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 4 | Yes |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85543 | 0.032 mg/L | Yes | 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Graham County Utilities - Pima (AZ0405002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Graham County Utilities - Pima water safe to drink?
Graham County Utilities - Pima has recorded 4 health-based violations 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 Graham County Utilities - Pima serve?
Graham County Utilities - Pima serves approximately 3,799 people across 4 ZIP codes in Arizona.
Where does Graham County Utilities - Pima 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:
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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Graham County Utilities - Pima (EPA ID: AZ0405002) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.