Water System Report WY

City of Powell

EPA ID: WY5600042 ยท 6,310 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Powell (WY5600042): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, City of Powell recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 6,310 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
6,310
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$318K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$69,142
Median Household Income
12,259
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Powell serves a community with a median household income of $69,142 and an estimated 12,259 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

City of Powell'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Wyoming

City of Douglas
6,400 people
C 0 violations
Usaf F.e. Warren Afb
5,500 people
C 6 violations
0 violations
City of Lander
7,615 people
D 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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

City of Powell, (EPA ID: WY5600042) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 6,310 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 82435 in Powell.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.002 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.

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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 WY 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 Powell (WY5600042) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Powell water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Powell 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 City of Powell serve?

City of Powell serves approximately 6,310 people across 1 ZIP code in Wyoming.

Where does City of Powell get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Powell safe to drink?
City of Powell has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Powell meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Powell serve?
City of Powell serves approximately 6,310 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Powell's water source?
City of Powell draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Powell's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Powell's service area?
The City of Powell service area has a median household income of $69,142. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Powell get its water?
City of Powell'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.). City of Powell Water Quality Report, WY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wy5600042/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Powell (EPA ID: WY5600042) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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