Health Violations Found WY 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Dubois, Town of

EPA ID: WY5600177 · 1,870 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Current EPA status: Dubois, Town of, 2 open violations, 1,870 people served.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
1,870
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00095 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
3
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Dubois, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$57,778
Median Household Income
1,912
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dubois, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $57,778 and an estimated 1,912 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% 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

Dubois, Town of'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Fremont County, Wyoming rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Dubois, Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Contaminant 1919 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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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 $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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 $1,950 (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

DUBOIS, TOWN OF (EPA ID: WY5600177) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 1,870 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1919 Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 1919 Other Violation 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
82513 0.00095 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 Dubois, Town of (WY5600177) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dubois, Town of water safe to drink?

Dubois, Town of has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Dubois, Town of serve?

Dubois, Town of serves approximately 1,870 people across 2 ZIP codes in Wyoming.

Where does Dubois, Town of 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
3
Galvanized — Replacement Required
611
Unknown Material
57
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,822
Reported to Wyoming

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 Dubois, Town of safe to drink?
Dubois, Town of has a D safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Dubois, Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 1919, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report 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 Dubois, Town of serve?
Dubois, Town of serves approximately 1,870 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Dubois, Town of's water source?
Dubois, Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Dubois, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00095 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Dubois, Town of's service area?
The Dubois, Town of service area has a median household income of $57,778. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Dubois, Town of get its water?
Dubois, Town of'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

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

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Dubois, Town of (EPA ID: WY5600177) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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