Historical Compliance Records ID

City of Sugar City

EPA ID: ID7330026 ยท 2,395 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Sugar City (ID7330026): 21 EPA violations in the last five years. EPA records: City of Sugar City, 21 past violations, all resolved, 2,395 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,395
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
21
Contaminants Flagged
$331K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,563
Median Household Income
54,645
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
67th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Sugar City serves a community with a median household income of $76,563 and an estimated 54,645 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Sugar City'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
7th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Sugar City compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

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City of Victor
2,361 people
0 violations
0 violations
City of Orofino
2,459 people
0 violations
City of Parma
2,250 people
1 violation
City of Driggs
2,200 people
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $933
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,833

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,833 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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 Sugar City (EPA ID: ID7330026) is a community water system in Idaho that serves approximately 2,395 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 21 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 21 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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, 2026 PFOA Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 PFNA Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Bromoform Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 HAA6Br Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 HAA9 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Bromate Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Chlorate Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Chloramine Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 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.

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

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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 Sugar City (ID7330026) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Sugar City water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Sugar City; its 21 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Sugar City serve?

City of Sugar City serves approximately 2,395 people across 3 ZIP codes in Idaho.

Where does City of Sugar City get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Sugar City's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. 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 Sugar City serve?
City of Sugar City serves approximately 2,395 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Sugar City's water source?
City of Sugar City draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Sugar City'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 Sugar City's service area?
The City of Sugar City service area has a median household income of $76,563. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Sugar City get its water?
City of Sugar City'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Sugar City (ID): 21 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/id7330026/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Sugar City (EPA ID: ID7330026) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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