Historical Compliance Records NV

Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr

EPA ID: NV0000258 ยท 1,209 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr (NV0000258): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr filed 3 violations - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 1,209 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,209
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00036 mg/L
Max Lead Level
3
Contaminants Flagged
$1.3M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$106,274
Median Household Income
5,480
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr serves a community with a median household income of $106,274 and an estimated 5,480 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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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 $800
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $2,300 (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

Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr (EPA ID: NV0000258) is a community water system in Nevada that serves approximately 1,209 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 0 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
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00036 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.

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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 NV 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 Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr (NV0000258) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr serve?

Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr serves approximately 1,209 people across 3 ZIP codes in Nevada.

Where does Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Revised Total Coliform 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 Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr serve?
Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr serves approximately 1,209 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr's water source?
Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00036 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr's service area?
The Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr service area has a median household income of $106,274. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr get its water?
Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Zephyr Cove Water Utility Distr (NV): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nv0000258/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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