Health Violations Found AZ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Beaver Dam Wc System 1

EPA ID: AZ0408006 · 1,048 people served · 1 ZIP code

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 12 violations at Beaver Dam Wc System 1 remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 1,048 residents.

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

B · 79
Avg Safety Score
1,048
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
6
Contaminants Flagged
$216K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Beaver Dam Wc System 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$43,968
Median Household Income
3,647
Service Area Population
58%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
14%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Beaver Dam Wc System 1 serves a community with a median household income of $43,968 and an estimated 3,647 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 58% 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

Beaver Dam Wc System 1'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Mohave County, Arizona rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

20 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 31% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Beaver Dam Wc System 1 compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 9 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,500 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Beaver Dam Wc System 1 (EPA ID: AZ0408006) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 1,048 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 86432 in Littlefield.

Average Home Safety Score: B (79/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 12 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
December 20, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
March 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 9 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 6 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
86432 0.0014 mg/L No N/A

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.

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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 Beaver Dam Wc System 1 (AZ0408006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beaver Dam Wc System 1 water safe to drink?

Beaver Dam Wc System 1 has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Beaver Dam Wc System 1 serve?

Beaver Dam Wc System 1 serves approximately 1,048 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Beaver Dam Wc System 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
165
Unknown Material
407
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,048
Reported to Arizona

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Beaver Dam Wc System 1 safe to drink?
Beaver Dam Wc System 1 earns a B safety grade with 25 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Beaver Dam Wc System 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Revised Total Coliform Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP 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 Beaver Dam Wc System 1 serve?
Beaver Dam Wc System 1 serves approximately 1,048 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Beaver Dam Wc System 1's water source?
Beaver Dam Wc System 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Beaver Dam Wc System 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Beaver Dam Wc System 1's service area?
The Beaver Dam Wc System 1 service area has a median household income of $43,968. EPA EJScreen data classifies 58% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Beaver Dam Wc System 1 get its water?
Beaver Dam Wc System 1'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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