Health Violations Found ID 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Atomic Water Works

EPA ID: ID6060003 · 35 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike fully compliant utilities, Atomic Water Works has 1 outstanding EPA violation for approximately 35 residents.

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

B · 82
Avg Safety Score
35
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Atomic Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$39,375
Median Household Income
14
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
96%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Atomic Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $39,375 and an estimated 14 residents across its service area. Approximately 96% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Atomic Water Works'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Bingham 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

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Atomic Water Works compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $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.

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 $700 (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

Atomic Water Works (EPA ID: ID6060003) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 35 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 83215 in Atomic City.

Average Home Safety Score: B (82/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 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
83215 0.001 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

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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 Atomic Water Works (ID6060003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atomic Water Works water safe to drink?

Atomic Water Works has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Atomic Water Works serve?

Atomic Water Works serves approximately 35 people across 1 ZIP code in Idaho.

Where does Atomic Water Works 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
37
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 2022-01-01 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: 35
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 Atomic Water Works safe to drink?
Atomic Water Works earns a B safety grade with 4 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Atomic Water Works's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Total Coliform, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Atomic Water Works serve?
Atomic Water Works serves approximately 35 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Atomic Water Works's water source?
Atomic Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Atomic Water Works'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 Atomic Water Works's service area?
The Atomic Water Works service area has a median household income of $39,375. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Atomic Water Works get its water?
Atomic Water Works'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. 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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