Current Noncompliance AZ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Lake Mohave Highlands

EPA ID: AZ0408062 ยท 746 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lake Mohave Highlands (AZ0408062): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Lake Mohave Highlands shows 1 open EPA violation in current federal records for approximately 746 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

746
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
8
Contaminants Flagged
$320K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lake Mohave Highlands Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$53,113
Median Household Income
8,695
Service Area Population
58%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
20%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Mohave Highlands serves a community with a median household income of $53,113 and an estimated 8,695 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lake Mohave Highlands'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

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 50% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lake Mohave Highlands compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP 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. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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.
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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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 PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
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.)

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 $2,500 (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

Lake Mohave Highlands (EPA ID: AZ0408062) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 746 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 86429 in Bullhead City.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 24 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
November 19, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 2, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 2, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
December 20, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 2, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 2, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 2, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
December 13, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0022 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 Lake Mohave Highlands (AZ0408062) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Mohave Highlands water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Lake Mohave Highlands serve?

Lake Mohave Highlands serves approximately 746 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Lake Mohave Highlands get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Lake Mohave Highlands's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report 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 Lake Mohave Highlands serve?
Lake Mohave Highlands serves approximately 746 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Lake Mohave Highlands's water source?
Lake Mohave Highlands draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake Mohave Highlands's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0022 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Mohave Highlands's service area?
The Lake Mohave Highlands service area has a median household income of $53,113. EPA EJScreen data classifies 58% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lake Mohave Highlands get its water?
Lake Mohave Highlands'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.). Lake Mohave Highlands (AZ): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0408062/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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