Health Violations Found AZ 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Town of Taylor

EPA ID: AZ0409031 · 4,190 people served · 4 ZIP codes

With 15 unresolved EPA violations, Town of Taylor is currently out of full compliance — approximately 4,190 people in its service area.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
4,190
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
83
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
8
Contaminants Flagged
$258K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Town of Taylor Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$68,488
Median Household Income
32,655
Service Area Population
84%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Taylor serves a community with a median household income of $68,488 and an estimated 32,655 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 84% 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

Town of Taylor'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 11% of homes in Navajo 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

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 48% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Town of Taylor compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 39 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 3 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 15 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 12 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 5 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 $900
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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 $1,450 (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

Town of Taylor (EPA ID: AZ0409031) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 4,190 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

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. 15 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Contaminant 1085 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Contaminant 1085 Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Contaminant 1085 Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2024 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
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 39 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 15 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 12 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Contaminant 1085 Other Violation 3 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
85939 0.0013 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

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 Town of Taylor (AZ0409031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Taylor water safe to drink?

Town of Taylor 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 Town of Taylor serve?

Town of Taylor serves approximately 4,190 people across 4 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Town of Taylor 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
584
Unknown Material
810
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: 4,190
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 Town of Taylor safe to drink?
Town of Taylor has a C safety grade based on 83 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Town of Taylor's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Revised Total Coliform Rule, Surface Water Treatment 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 Town of Taylor serve?
Town of Taylor serves approximately 4,190 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Town of Taylor's water source?
Town of Taylor draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Town of Taylor's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Taylor's service area?
The Town of Taylor service area has a median household income of $68,488. EPA EJScreen data classifies 84% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Town of Taylor get its water?
Town of Taylor'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

Contact your utility

Town of Taylor (EPA ID: AZ0409031) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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