Water System Report AZ

Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford

EPA ID: AZ0405306 · 949 people served · 2 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 949 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

949
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,930
Median Household Income
20,735
Service Area Population
44%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford serves a community with a median household income of $61,930 and an estimated 20,735 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?

Groundwater

Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 65% of expected lifespan used End of life

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,450

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,450 (one-time) vs. $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

Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford (EPA ID: AZ0405306) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 949 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford (AZ0405306) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford serve?

Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford serves approximately 949 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford serve?
Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford serves approximately 949 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford's water source?
Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford's service area?
The Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford service area has a median household income of $61,930. EPA EJScreen data classifies 44% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford get its water?
Usdj Fbp Fed Corr Inst Safford'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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