Health Violations Found NV 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin

EPA ID: NV0000006 · 350 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 13 violations at Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 350 residents.

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

C · 56
Avg Safety Score
350
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
17
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
8
Contaminants Flagged
$166K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2023) to 3 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,039
Median Household Income
5,752
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin serves a community with a median household income of $67,039 and an estimated 5,752 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin'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
90th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Lander County, Nevada rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin compares to EPA limits

Lead 2 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 2 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 6 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Nevada

C 14 violations
0 violations
B 24 violations
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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 $2,550 (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

Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin (EPA ID: NV0000006) is a community water system in Nevada that serves approximately 350 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (56/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 13 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Lead Monitoring Unresolved
December 15, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unresolved
December 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
November 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 6 No
Lead Inorganic 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
89310 0.001 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.

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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 Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin (NV0000006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin water safe to drink?

Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin has recorded 2 health-based violations 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 Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin serve?

Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin serves approximately 350 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nevada.

Where does Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin 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
180
Unknown Material
13
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 2017-01-01 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: 350
Reported to Nevada

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 Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin safe to drink?
Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin has a C safety grade based on 17 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. 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 Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin serve?
Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin serves approximately 350 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin's water source?
Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin'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 Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin's service area?
The Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin service area has a median household income of $67,039. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin get its water?
Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin'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

Contact your utility

Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin (EPA ID: NV0000006) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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