Current Noncompliance ID

City of Lewiston

EPA ID: ID2350014 ยท 15,001 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Lewiston (ID2350014): 4 unresolved EPA violations on record. Based on the latest federal compliance data, City of Lewiston has 4 violations that the EPA has not yet closed - those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 15,001 people throughout its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A ยท 92
Avg Safety Score
15,001
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
42
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
42
Contaminants Flagged
$307K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$76,163
Median Household Income
39,534
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
35th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Lewiston serves a community with a median household income of $76,163 and an estimated 39,534 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Lewiston'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
5th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Lewiston compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Cadmium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Cadmium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 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†’

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Idaho

City of Mountain Home
14,651 people
149 violations
City of Chubbuck
15,842 people
C 1 violation
B 1 violation
City of Blackfoot
13,224 people
90 violations
City of Middleton
13,190 people
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

City of Lewiston (EPA ID: ID2350014) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 15,001 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (92/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

4 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 38 archived, 0 addressed, and 4 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2023 Cadmium Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Chromium Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Fluoride Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Nitrite Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1036 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Mercury Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1075 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1085 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1045 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2005 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2020 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2031 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2032 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2033 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2034 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No
Fluoride Inorganic 1 No
Nitrite Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1045 Other Violation 1 No
Mercury Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1075 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1085 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 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

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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 City of Lewiston (ID2350014) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Lewiston water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 4 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Lewiston serve?

City of Lewiston serves approximately 15,001 people across 2 ZIP codes in Idaho.

Where does City of Lewiston get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
406
Detections
3
Latest sample
3/17/2025
Highest analyte
PFBS: 5.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 5.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 4.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 4.3 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Lewiston safe to drink?
City of Lewiston earns a A safety grade with 42 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Lewiston's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Mercury, Atrazine, Cadmium. 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 City of Lewiston serve?
City of Lewiston serves approximately 15,001 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Lewiston's water source?
City of Lewiston draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Lewiston's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Lewiston's service area?
The City of Lewiston service area has a median household income of $76,163. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Lewiston get its water?
City of Lewiston'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Lewiston (ID): 42 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/id2350014/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Lewiston (EPA ID: ID2350014) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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