Historical Compliance Records AZ 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Eloy

EPA ID: AZ0411030 ยท 7,903 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Eloy (AZ0411030): 2 past health-based violations, since resolved. While 23 violations did appear in City of Eloy's five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved - the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 7,903 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 58
Avg Safety Score
7,903
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
23
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
6
Contaminants Flagged
$235K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Eloy Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$61,235
Median Household Income
39,850
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Eloy serves a community with a median household income of $61,235 and an estimated 39,850 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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

City of Eloy'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

25 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 37% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Eloy compares to EPA limits

Lead 2 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Lead at 2 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 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 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 12 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 6 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Arizona

Pine Strawberry Wid
8,013 people
C 29 violations
City of Globe
7,536 people
C 8 violations
Usmc Yuma Main System
8,353 people
13 violations
City of Page
7,420 people
B 7 violations
Big Park Water Company
7,392 people
D 197 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,650
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $375
Total Estimated Cost $2,425

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 $2,425 (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

City of Eloy (EPA ID: AZ0411030) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 7,903 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (58/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 23 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 21 resolved, 2 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
January 1, 2026 Lead Health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Lead Health-based Archived
December 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 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
November 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based 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 12 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 6 No
Lead Inorganic 2 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Lead (EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level))

Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults At-risk groups: infants, children under 6, pregnant women.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, distillation, certified carbon block filter (NSF/ANSI 53). Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0018 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.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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

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 City of Eloy (AZ0411030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Eloy water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Eloy; its 23 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Eloy serve?

City of Eloy serves approximately 7,903 people across 4 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does City of Eloy get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Eloy safe to drink?
City of Eloy has a C safety grade based on 23 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Eloy's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 City of Eloy serve?
City of Eloy serves approximately 7,903 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is City of Eloy's water source?
City of Eloy draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Eloy's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Eloy's service area?
The City of Eloy service area has a median household income of $61,235. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Eloy get its water?
City of Eloy'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Eloy (AZ): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0411030/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Eloy (EPA ID: AZ0411030) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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