Historical Compliance Records AZ

Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley

EPA ID: AZ0407195 ยท 1,378 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley (AZ0407195): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. Despite the 3 historical violations in its record, Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 1,378 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,378
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$364K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$89,431
Median Household Income
46,220
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
12%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley serves a community with a median household income of $89,431 and an estimated 46,220 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

13 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
52 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 20% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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 Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,150

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 $2,150 (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

Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley (EPA ID: AZ0407195) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 1,378 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 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
October 2, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based 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 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 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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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 Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley (AZ0407195) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley serve?

Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley serves approximately 1,378 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, 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 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 Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley serve?
Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley serves approximately 1,378 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley's water source?
Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley's service area?
The Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley service area has a median household income of $89,431. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley get its water?
Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley (AZ): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0407195/
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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

Vwc Buckeye Division Sun Valley (EPA ID: AZ0407195) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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