Water System Report ID

City of Genesee

EPA ID: ID2290015 · 1,044 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA data: City of Genesee — zero violations, five years, 1,044 served.

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

1,044
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$316K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$80,417
Median Household Income
2,056
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Genesee serves a community with a median household income of $80,417 and an estimated 2,056 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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 Genesee'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

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 98% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 Genesee (EPA ID: ID2290015) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 1,044 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 83832 in Genesee.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

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 City of Genesee (ID2290015) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Genesee water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Genesee serve?

City of Genesee serves approximately 1,044 people across 1 ZIP code in Idaho.

Where does City of Genesee 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
504
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: 1,044
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

Should I use a water filter?
City of Genesee 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 Genesee serve?
City of Genesee serves approximately 1,044 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Genesee's water source?
City of Genesee draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Genesee's service area?
The City of Genesee service area has a median household income of $80,417. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Genesee get its water?
City of Genesee'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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