Water System Report AZ

Rincon Mesa Landowners

EPA ID: AZ0410199 · 75 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Rincon Mesa Landowners carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 75 people.

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

75
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$373K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Rincon Mesa Landowners Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$121,647
Median Household Income
31,665
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
8%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Rincon Mesa Landowners serves a community with a median household income of $121,647 and an estimated 31,665 residents across its service area.

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

Rincon Mesa Landowners'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.

Moderate 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

22 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 34% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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 →

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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 $1,800
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $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

Rincon Mesa Landowners (EPA ID: AZ0410199) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 75 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 85641 in Vail.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Rincon Mesa Landowners (AZ0410199) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rincon Mesa Landowners water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Rincon Mesa Landowners has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Rincon Mesa Landowners serve?

Rincon Mesa Landowners serves approximately 75 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Rincon Mesa Landowners get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Rincon Mesa Landowners meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Rincon Mesa Landowners serve?
Rincon Mesa Landowners serves approximately 75 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Rincon Mesa Landowners's water source?
Rincon Mesa Landowners draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Rincon Mesa Landowners's service area?
The Rincon Mesa Landowners service area has a median household income of $121,647. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Rincon Mesa Landowners get its water?
Rincon Mesa Landowners'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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