Desert Utilities
EPA ID: NV0000300 · 1,086 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Desert Utilities (NV0000300): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Desert Utilities's compliance file in EPA SDWIS lists no violations, whether health-based or monitoring and reporting, for a utility that supplies water to approximately 1,086 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Desert Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Desert Utilities have a median household income of $52,378 and about 38,256 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies).
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 78% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Desert Utilities'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Nevada
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Desert Utilities (EPA ID: NV0000300) is a community water system in Nevada that serves approximately 1,086 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
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 | 2025-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 Desert Utilities (NV0000300) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desert Utilities water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Desert Utilities in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Desert Utilities serve?
Desert Utilities serves approximately 1,086 people across 2 ZIP codes in Nevada.
Where does Desert Utilities get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Desert Utilities Water Quality Report, NV. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nv0000300/
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