Health Violations Found AZ 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Kearny Town of

EPA ID: AZ0411031 · 1,950 people served · 2 ZIP codes

With 8 unresolved EPA violations, Kearny Town of is currently out of full compliance — approximately 1,950 people in its service area.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
1,950
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
34
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0063 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
8
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 4 (2022) to 4 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$60,781
Median Household Income
2,533
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kearny Town of serves a community with a median household income of $60,781 and an estimated 2,533 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Kearny Town of'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
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Pinal 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

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 83% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Kearny Town of compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 4 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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0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,500 (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

Kearny Town of (EPA ID: AZ0411031) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 1,950 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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

Violation History

4 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 20, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
November 30, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 26, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 2, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 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 8 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 5 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
85137 0.0063 mg/L No N/A
85237 0.0063 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Kearny Town of (AZ0411031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kearny Town of water safe to drink?

Kearny Town of has recorded 4 health-based violations 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 Kearny Town of serve?

Kearny Town of serves approximately 1,950 people across 2 ZIP codes in Arizona.

Where does Kearny Town of 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
792
Unknown Material
63
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,950
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 Kearny Town of safe to drink?
Kearny Town of has a C safety grade based on 34 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Kearny Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Consumer Confidence Report 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 Kearny Town of serve?
Kearny Town of serves approximately 1,950 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Kearny Town of's water source?
Kearny Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Kearny Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0063 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Kearny Town of's service area?
The Kearny Town of service area has a median household income of $60,781. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Kearny Town of get its water?
Kearny Town of'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

Kearny Town of (EPA ID: AZ0411031) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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