Water System Report HI

West Kuiaha Meadows

EPA ID: HI0000252 · 60 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — West Kuiaha Meadows has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 60 residents.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
60
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.018475 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$1.0M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Kuiaha Meadows Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$99,224
Median Household Income
11,452
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Kuiaha Meadows serves a community with a median household income of $99,224 and an estimated 11,452 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

West Kuiaha Meadows'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Maui County, Hawaii rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,640
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,840

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:

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,780
10 years
$5,560
20 years
$11,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,840 (one-time) vs. $5,560 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

West Kuiaha Meadows (EPA ID: HI0000252) is a community water system in Hawaii that serves approximately 60 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 96708 in Haiku.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
96708 0.018475 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 HI 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 West Kuiaha Meadows (HI0000252) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Kuiaha Meadows water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, West Kuiaha Meadows has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does West Kuiaha Meadows serve?

West Kuiaha Meadows serves approximately 60 people across 1 ZIP code in Hawaii.

Where does West Kuiaha Meadows 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
0
Unknown Material
15
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 2020-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 60
Reported to Hawaii

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 West Kuiaha Meadows safe to drink?
West Kuiaha Meadows earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
West Kuiaha Meadows meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Kuiaha Meadows serve?
West Kuiaha Meadows serves approximately 60 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is West Kuiaha Meadows's water source?
West Kuiaha Meadows draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Kuiaha Meadows's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.018475 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of West Kuiaha Meadows's service area?
The West Kuiaha Meadows service area has a median household income of $99,224. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Kuiaha Meadows get its water?
West Kuiaha Meadows'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.
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