Current Health-Based Noncompliance AZ 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Chino Meadows Ii

EPA ID: AZ0413079 ยท 2,350 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Chino Meadows Ii (AZ0413079): 4 unresolved EPA violations on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Chino Meadows Ii carried 4 violations still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 2,350 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,350
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
6
Contaminants Flagged
$350K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chino Meadows Ii Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,815
Median Household Income
19,297
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chino Meadows Ii serves a community with a median household income of $62,815 and an estimated 19,297 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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

Chino Meadows Ii'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Chino Meadows Ii compares to EPA limits

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

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.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

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.
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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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 PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Chino Meadows Ii (EPA ID: AZ0413079) is a community water system in Arizona that serves approximately 2,350 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 86323 in Chino Valley.

Violation History

2 current health-based noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 2 archived, 0 addressed, and 4 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 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 2, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 16, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 13, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 2, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2021 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
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

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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 Chino Meadows Ii (AZ0413079) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chino Meadows Ii water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current health-based noncompliance records for Chino Meadows Ii. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Chino Meadows Ii serve?

Chino Meadows Ii serves approximately 2,350 people across 1 ZIP code in Arizona.

Where does Chino Meadows Ii get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Chino Meadows Ii's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Surface Water Treatment Rule, 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 Chino Meadows Ii serve?
Chino Meadows Ii serves approximately 2,350 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Chino Meadows Ii's water source?
Chino Meadows Ii draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Chino Meadows Ii's service area?
The Chino Meadows Ii service area has a median household income of $62,815. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Chino Meadows Ii get its water?
Chino Meadows Ii'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Chino Meadows Ii (AZ): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/az0413079/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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