Hawaiian Shores
EPA ID: HI0000156 · 1,360 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Hawaiian Shores (HI0000156): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Federal SDWIS data returns no violation records for Hawaiian Shores, the supplier serving 1,360 residents - a statement about the EPA file rather than a measurement of contaminant levels in the water.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hawaiian Shores Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Hawaiian Shores have a median household income of $74,633 and about 19,449 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies).
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 33% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Hawaiian Shores's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Hawaiian Shores (EPA ID: HI0000156) is a community water system in Hawaii that serves approximately 1,360 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 96749 in Keaau.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2021-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 HI or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 96749 - Keaau
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Hawaiian Shores (HI0000156) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hawaiian Shores water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hawaiian Shores in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Hawaiian Shores serve?
Hawaiian Shores serves approximately 1,360 people across 1 ZIP code in Hawaii.
Where does Hawaiian Shores get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hawaiian Shores Water Quality Report, HI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/hi0000156/
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