Historical Compliance Records AZ 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Morenci Water Elec Company Main

EPA ID: AZ0406003 ยท 4,108 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Morenci Water Elec Company Main (AZ0406003): 4 past health-based violations, since resolved. Despite the 25 historical violations in its record, Morenci Water Elec Company Main has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 4,108 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,108
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00068 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
6
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Morenci Water Elec Company Main Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,250
Median Household Income
6,227
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Morenci Water Elec Company Main serves a community with a median household income of $71,250 and an estimated 6,227 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Morenci Water Elec Company Main's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Morenci Water Elec Company Main compares to EPA limits

Chlorite 8 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Chlorite at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 7 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

E. coli at 4 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 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.

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†’

Chlorite was detected in this water system. ferrous sulfate reduction filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Town of Taylor
4,190 people
50 violations
Desert Hills Water
4,220 people
B 0 violations
B 6 violations
6 violations

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,450 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Morenci Water Elec Company Main (EPA ID: AZ0406003) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 4,108 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 25 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 24 resolved, 1 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
February 1, 2026 Chlorite Non-health-based Archived
December 1, 2025 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2025 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
March 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chlorite Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 8 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 7 No
E. coli Microbiological 4 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)

Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.

Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00068 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.

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 $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 Morenci Water Elec Company Main (AZ0406003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morenci Water Elec Company Main water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Morenci Water Elec Company Main; its 25 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Morenci Water Elec Company Main serve?

Morenci Water Elec Company Main serves approximately 4,108 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Morenci Water Elec Company Main get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
87
Detections
4
Latest sample
9/10/2025
Highest analyte
PFBS: 23 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 23 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 6.7 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Morenci Water Elec Company Main's water?
Detected contaminants include Chlorite, Fecal Coliform, E. coli, 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 5 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 Morenci Water Elec Company Main serve?
Morenci Water Elec Company Main serves approximately 4,108 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Morenci Water Elec Company Main's water source?
Morenci Water Elec Company Main draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Morenci Water Elec Company Main's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00068 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Morenci Water Elec Company Main's service area?
The Morenci Water Elec Company Main service area has a median household income of $71,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Morenci Water Elec Company Main get its water?
Morenci Water Elec Company Main's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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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

Morenci Water Elec Company Main (EPA ID: AZ0406003) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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