Health Violations Found WY 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board

EPA ID: WY5600757 · 1,728 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history for Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board includes 4 violations, each addressed and closed — the system holds no active EPA enforcement today for its 1,728 residents.

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

D · 47
Avg Safety Score
1,728
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$246K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$93,333
Median Household Income
5,362
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
48th
Poverty Percentile
46th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board serves a community with a median household income of $93,333 and an estimated 5,362 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
22th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
8th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Uinta 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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

E. coli at 2 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

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

Contaminant 0800 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration can reduce exposure.

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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 $360
Water Filtration $120
Total Estimated Cost $1,680

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 $1,680 (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

BRIDGER VALLEY JOINT POWERS BOARD (EPA ID: WY5600757) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 1,728 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (47/100)

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. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
June 1, 2024 Contaminant 0800 Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 E. coli Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Contaminant 0800 Other Violation 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
82939 0.001 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 4 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board (WY5600757) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board water safe to drink?

Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board 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 Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board serve?

Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board serves approximately 1,728 people across 5 ZIP codes in Wyoming.

Where does Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
9
Unknown Material
626
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,728
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 Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board safe to drink?
Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board has a D safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board's water?
Detected contaminants include E. coli, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Contaminant 0800. 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 Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board serve?
Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board serves approximately 1,728 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board's water source?
Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board's service area?
The Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board service area has a median household income of $93,333. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board get its water?
Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board (EPA ID: WY5600757) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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