Water System Report ID

City of Orofino

EPA ID: ID2180024 ยท 2,459 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Orofino (ID2180024): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at City of Orofino shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 2,459 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,459
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$260K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Orofino Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,614
Median Household Income
6,476
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Orofino serves a community with a median household income of $64,614 and an estimated 6,476 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Orofino'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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.

System Overview

City of Orofino (EPA ID: ID2180024) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 2,459 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 83544 in Orofino.

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
0.012 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 City of Orofino (ID2180024) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Orofino water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Orofino 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 City of Orofino serve?

City of Orofino serves approximately 2,459 people across 1 ZIP code in Idaho.

Where does City of Orofino get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Orofino meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Orofino serve?
City of Orofino serves approximately 2,459 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Orofino's water source?
City of Orofino draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Orofino's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Orofino's service area?
The City of Orofino service area has a median household income of $64,614. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Orofino get its water?
City of Orofino'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Orofino Water Quality Report, ID. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/id2180024/
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