Historical Compliance Records NV

Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.

EPA ID: NV0000282 ยท 998 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. (NV0000282): 1 violation on record since 2021. 1 violation on file at Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc., none open; 998 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

998
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
Below the reporting limit
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2024-12-31)
1
Contaminants Flagged
$630K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$125,505
Median Household Income
40,537
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
12%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. have a median household income of $125,505 and about 40,537 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies).

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.'s water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

22 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
PEX or Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 34% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 8 detections recorded. 3 detections are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.

Health concern: Exposure to certain PFAS has been associated with some cancers and with immune and developmental effects; effects differ by compound. Many PFAS break down very slowly in the environment.
Recommended filter: An activated carbon filter certified under NSF/ANSI 53 or a reverse osmosis system certified under NSF/ANSI 58 for the PFAS listed in its certification. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Nevada

2 violations
2 violations
Desert Utilities
1,086 people
0 violations
Kings Row Tp
860 people
2 violations
Round Hill Gid
1,200 people
12 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $600

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

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (ZipCheckup estimate)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $600 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. (EPA ID: NV0000282) is a community water system in Nevada that serves approximately 998 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 89521 in Reno.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence 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
Consumer Confidence Rule Other (notice or report rule) 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
Below the reporting limit No 2024-12-31

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. (NV0000282) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. serve?

Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. serves approximately 998 people across 1 ZIP code in Nevada.

Where does Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 1 recorded violation, review the violation types and dates; a filter certified for a specific contaminant of concern can reduce that contaminant at the tap. Monitoring or reporting violations are not something a filter addresses.
How many people does Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. serve? ▼
Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. serves approximately 998 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.'s water source? ▼
Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.'s water? ▼
The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero. This is at or below the EPA lead action level, which triggers system action and is not a safe level; the EPA health goal for lead is zero.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. have a median household income of $125,505 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. get its water? ▼
Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.'s water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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 the available data, the modeled source-contamination category is moderate; test local water to assess actual exposure.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. (NV): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nv0000282/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-nv0000282,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. (NV): 1 EPA Violation}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nv0000282/}
}

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

Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc. (EPA ID: NV0000282) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home › Water Systems › Nevada › Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc.

Get safety alerts for Steamboat Springs Waterworks Inc., Nevada

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.