Water System Report WY

Sunridge Estates

EPA ID: WY5601225 · 220 people served · 1 ZIP code

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Sunridge Estates sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 220 people.

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

220
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
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 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sunridge Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,456
Median Household Income
18,946
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sunridge Estates serves a community with a median household income of $62,456 and an estimated 18,946 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% 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

Sunridge Estates'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.

Moderate 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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $4,200

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,200 (one-time) vs. $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

Sunridge Estates (EPA ID: WY5601225) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 220 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 82501 in Riverton.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sunridge Estates (WY5601225) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunridge Estates water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sunridge Estates has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sunridge Estates serve?

Sunridge Estates serves approximately 220 people across 1 ZIP code in Wyoming.

Where does Sunridge Estates 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
82
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: 220
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

Should I use a water filter?
Sunridge Estates meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sunridge Estates serve?
Sunridge Estates serves approximately 220 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sunridge Estates's water source?
Sunridge Estates draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sunridge Estates's service area?
The Sunridge Estates service area has a median household income of $62,456. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sunridge Estates get its water?
Sunridge Estates'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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