Water System Report WY

Worland Utilities Commission

EPA ID: WY5600197 ยท 4,787 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Worland Utilities Commission (WY5600197): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Worland Utilities Commission has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 4,787 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
4,787
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$187K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Worland Utilities Commission Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$63,342
Median Household Income
7,053
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Worland Utilities Commission serves a community with a median household income of $63,342 and an estimated 7,053 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Worland Utilities Commission'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

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City of Newcastle
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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

Worland Utilities Commission (EPA ID: WY5600197) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 4,787 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 82401 in Worland.

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
0.003 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 Worland Utilities Commission (WY5600197) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Worland Utilities Commission water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Worland Utilities Commission 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 Worland Utilities Commission serve?

Worland Utilities Commission serves approximately 4,787 people across 1 ZIP code in Wyoming.

Where does Worland Utilities Commission get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
58

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 Worland Utilities Commission safe to drink?
Worland Utilities Commission 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?
Worland Utilities Commission meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Worland Utilities Commission serve?
Worland Utilities Commission serves approximately 4,787 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Worland Utilities Commission's water source?
Worland Utilities Commission draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Worland Utilities Commission's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Worland Utilities Commission's service area?
The Worland Utilities Commission service area has a median household income of $63,342. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Worland Utilities Commission get its water?
Worland Utilities Commission'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Worland Utilities Commission Water Quality Report, WY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wy5600197/
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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

Worland Utilities Commission (EPA ID: WY5600197) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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