Historical Compliance Records AZ

Arizona Water Company - White Tanks

EPA ID: AZ0407128 ยท 18,858 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Arizona Water Company - White Tanks (AZ0407128): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Arizona Water Company - White Tanks filed 4 violations - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 18,858 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

18,858
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
4
Contaminants Flagged
$451K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Arizona Water Company - White Tanks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$107,980
Median Household Income
254,423
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
9%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Arizona Water Company - White Tanks serves a community with a median household income of $107,980 and an estimated 254,423 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Arizona Water Company - White Tanks'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
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

19 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
46 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 29% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Arizona Water Company - White Tanks compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Barium 1 mg/L (50% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2105 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. 23 detections recorded. 8 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 exceed state limits.

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†’

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,440
PFAS Treatment $460
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $180
Total Estimated Cost $2,480

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 $2,480 (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

Arizona Water Company - White Tanks (EPA ID: AZ0407128) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 18,858 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 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
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Barium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2105 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2105 Other Violation 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 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.

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 Arizona Water Company - White Tanks (AZ0407128) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arizona Water Company - White Tanks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Arizona Water Company - White Tanks; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Arizona Water Company - White Tanks serve?

Arizona Water Company - White Tanks serves approximately 18,858 people across 5 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Arizona Water Company - White Tanks 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
290
Detections
1
Latest sample
7/27/2023
Highest analyte
PFBA: 7 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Arizona Water Company - White Tanks's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Contaminant 2105, Barium. 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 Arizona Water Company - White Tanks serve?
Arizona Water Company - White Tanks serves approximately 18,858 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Arizona Water Company - White Tanks's water source?
Arizona Water Company - White Tanks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Arizona Water Company - White Tanks's service area?
The Arizona Water Company - White Tanks service area has a median household income of $107,980. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Arizona Water Company - White Tanks get its water?
Arizona Water Company - White Tanks'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.

How to cite this page

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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

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

3

Contact your utility

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