Health Violations Found WY 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Gardens North Homeowners Association

EPA ID: WY5600774 · 300 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Per EPA records, Gardens North Homeowners Association: 6 unresolved violations, 300 people in service area.

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

D · 47
Avg Safety Score
300
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
16
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
7
Contaminants Flagged
$226K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Gardens North Homeowners Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$60,333
Median Household Income
20,250
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gardens North Homeowners Association serves a community with a median household income of $60,333 and an estimated 20,250 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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

Gardens North Homeowners Association'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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Gardens North Homeowners Association compares to EPA limits

Arsenic 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

Arsenic at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Water Filtration $400
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Gardens North Homeowners Association (EPA ID: WY5600774) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 300 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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

4 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 6 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 11, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 24, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unresolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 7, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unresolved
July 6, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Barium Monitoring Resolved
July 23, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 4 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Arsenic Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 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
82523 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Gardens North Homeowners Association (WY5600774) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gardens North Homeowners Association water safe to drink?

Gardens North Homeowners Association has recorded 4 health-based violations 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 Gardens North Homeowners Association serve?

Gardens North Homeowners Association serves approximately 300 people across 3 ZIP codes in Wyoming.

Where does Gardens North Homeowners Association 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
161
Unknown Material
0
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: 300
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Gardens North Homeowners Association safe to drink?
Gardens North Homeowners Association has a D safety grade based on 16 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Gardens North Homeowners Association's water?
Detected contaminants include Arsenic, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Contaminant 0700, 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 5 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 Gardens North Homeowners Association serve?
Gardens North Homeowners Association serves approximately 300 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Gardens North Homeowners Association's water source?
Gardens North Homeowners Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Gardens North Homeowners Association'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 Gardens North Homeowners Association's service area?
The Gardens North Homeowners Association service area has a median household income of $60,333. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Gardens North Homeowners Association get its water?
Gardens North Homeowners Association'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

Contact your utility

Gardens North Homeowners Association (EPA ID: WY5600774) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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