Water System Report AZ

Arivaca Townsite Water Coop

EPA ID: AZ0410002 · 150 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over five tracked years, Arivaca Townsite Water Coop has stayed completely violation-free for its 150 residents.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
150
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$79K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Arivaca Townsite Water Coop Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$31,791
Median Household Income
494
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Arivaca Townsite Water Coop serves a community with a median household income of $31,791 and an estimated 494 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 39% 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

Arivaca Townsite Water Coop'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.

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

About 1% of homes in Pima 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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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.

System Overview

Arivaca Townsite Water Coop (EPA ID: AZ0410002) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 150 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 85601 in Arivaca.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
85601 0.001 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 Arivaca Townsite Water Coop (AZ0410002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arivaca Townsite Water Coop water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Arivaca Townsite Water Coop has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Arivaca Townsite Water Coop serve?

Arivaca Townsite Water Coop serves approximately 150 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Arivaca Townsite Water Coop 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
0
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 150
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 Arivaca Townsite Water Coop safe to drink?
Arivaca Townsite Water Coop earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Arivaca Townsite Water Coop meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Arivaca Townsite Water Coop serve?
Arivaca Townsite Water Coop serves approximately 150 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Arivaca Townsite Water Coop's water source?
Arivaca Townsite Water Coop draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Arivaca Townsite Water Coop's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Arivaca Townsite Water Coop's service area?
The Arivaca Townsite Water Coop service area has a median household income of $31,791. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Arivaca Townsite Water Coop get its water?
Arivaca Townsite Water Coop'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.
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