Health Violations Found ID 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

New Hope Subd

EPA ID: ID2180023 · 100 people served · 1 ZIP code

Current EPA status: New Hope Subd, 12 open violations, 100 people served.

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

B · 84
Avg Safety Score
100
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
20
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.009 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$310K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for New Hope Subd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$62,917
Median Household Income
1,059
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The New Hope Subd serves a community with a median household income of $62,917 and an estimated 1,059 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

New Hope Subd's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How New Hope Subd compares to EPA limits

Barium 7 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP 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.

Barium at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 $1,500 (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

New Hope Subd (EPA ID: ID2180023) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 100 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 83541 in Lenore.

Average Home Safety Score: B (84/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 12 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Barium Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Barium Monitoring Unresolved
January 3, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Barium Monitoring Unresolved
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 7 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
83541 0.009 mg/L No N/A

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for New Hope Subd (ID2180023) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Hope Subd water safe to drink?

New Hope Subd has recorded 2 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 New Hope Subd serve?

New Hope Subd serves approximately 100 people across 1 ZIP code in Idaho.

Where does New Hope Subd get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
56
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 100
Reported to Idaho

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 New Hope Subd safe to drink?
New Hope Subd earns a B safety grade with 20 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in New Hope Subd's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Barium, Lead and Copper 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 New Hope Subd serve?
New Hope Subd serves approximately 100 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is New Hope Subd's water source?
New Hope Subd draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in New Hope Subd's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.009 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of New Hope Subd's service area?
The New Hope Subd service area has a median household income of $62,917. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does New Hope Subd get its water?
New Hope Subd's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. 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

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