Monitoring Violations ID

City of Deary

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EPA ID: ID2290008 · 529 people served · 1 ZIP code

City of Deary's record shows 1 remedied violation — all cleared, currently compliant, 529 residents.

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

C · 66

Avg Safety Score

529

People Served

ZIP Code Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.002 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 1

Radon Risk · High

Contaminants Flagged

$414K

Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$76,023

Median Household Income

1,549

Service Area Population

14%

Disadvantaged Population

30th

Poverty Percentile

40th

Energy Burden Percentile

62%

Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Deary serves a community with a median household income of $76,023 and an estimated 1,549 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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

City of Deary'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

10th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

10th

Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Copper

Pipe Material

16 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Stable

Decay Status

Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Deary compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation

Radon Mitigation $1,200

Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years

$2,500

10 years

$5,000

20 years

$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

City of Deary (EPA ID: ID2290008) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 529 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 83823 in Deary.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant	Category	Violations	Health-Based
Total Coliform	Microbiological	1	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
83823	0.002 mg/L	No	N/A

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

83823 — Deary

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Deary (ID2290008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Deary water safe to drink?

City of Deary has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Deary serve?

City of Deary serves approximately 529 people across 1 ZIP code in Idaho.

Where does City of Deary 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:

Confirmed Lead

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

296

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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.

Population served: 529

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 City of Deary safe to drink? ▼

City of Deary has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.

What contaminants are in City of Deary's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Total Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.

Should I use a water filter? ▼

Given 1 contaminant 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 City of Deary serve? ▼

City of Deary serves approximately 529 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.

What is City of Deary's water source? ▼

City of Deary draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in City of Deary's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

What is the demographic profile of City of Deary's service area? ▼

The City of Deary service area has a median household income of $76,023. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.

Where does City of Deary get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

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Contact your utility

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