Current Noncompliance AZ

Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District

EPA ID: AZ0407409 ยท 2,620 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District (AZ0407409): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Not yet resolved: 3 EPA violations at Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District, affecting about 2,620 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,620
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0039 mg/L
Max Lead Level
4
Contaminants Flagged
$560K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$135,962
Median Household Income
130,737
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
4%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District serves a community with a median household income of $135,962 and an estimated 130,737 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

24 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 37% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 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. 12 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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B 5 violations
Picacho Water Company
2,440 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $450
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,950

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,950 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District (EPA ID: AZ0407409) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 2,620 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

3 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
January 1, 2026 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Archived
October 2, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report 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
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 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
0.0039 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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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 Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District (AZ0407409) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District serve?

Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District serves approximately 2,620 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP 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 4 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 Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District serve?
Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District serves approximately 2,620 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District's water source?
Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0039 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District's service area?
The Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District service area has a median household income of $135,962. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District get its water?
Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District Water Report, AZ. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0407409/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Chandler Heights Citrus Irrigation District (EPA ID: AZ0407409) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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