Water System Report ID

Panhandle Mobile Estates

EPA ID: ID1280130 ยท 168 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Panhandle Mobile Estates (ID1280130): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Panhandle Mobile Estates reported no EPA violations for its service population of 168.

Data: EPA SDWIS

168
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$453K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Panhandle Mobile Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$93,006
Median Household Income
19,315
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Panhandle Mobile Estates serves a community with a median household income of $93,006 and an estimated 19,315 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Panhandle Mobile Estates'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,500

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,500 (one-time) vs. $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

Panhandle Mobile Estates (EPA ID: ID1280130) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 168 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 83858 in Rathdrum.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 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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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 ID 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 Panhandle Mobile Estates (ID1280130) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Panhandle Mobile Estates water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Panhandle Mobile Estates 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 Panhandle Mobile Estates serve?

Panhandle Mobile Estates serves approximately 168 people across 1 ZIP code in Idaho.

Where does Panhandle Mobile Estates get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Panhandle Mobile Estates meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Panhandle Mobile Estates serve?
Panhandle Mobile Estates serves approximately 168 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Panhandle Mobile Estates's water source?
Panhandle Mobile Estates draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Panhandle Mobile Estates's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Panhandle Mobile Estates's service area?
The Panhandle Mobile Estates service area has a median household income of $93,006. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Panhandle Mobile Estates get its water?
Panhandle Mobile Estates'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.). Panhandle Mobile Estates Water Quality Report, ID. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/id1280130/
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