Water Quality in Idaho Falls, ID (83442)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 83442.
Active Health Violations
13 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
25,609
Population
61
Water Systems
123
Violations (5yr)
13
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (61)
Idaho Falls City Of
Falls Water Company Inc
1 health-basedHammonds Koa
Ammon City Of
All resolvedRigby City Of
1 health-basedCountry Squire Estates
Midway Elementary School
Pepperwood Crossing/Rocky Mnt Utilities
4 health-basedAnnis Ward Lds Church
Liberty Estates
All resolvedClark Hill Rest Area Itd
All resolvedJefferson Greens Estates
Jefferson County Lake
1 health-basedLost River Rest Area Itd
Jeff Hills Golf And Recreation
All resolvedSunbrook Estates Div # 2
1 health-basedRocky Top Tavern
Jenco Acres
Elk Meadows
Parkwood Acres Water Company
Ashton Roadside Park Idt
Cottonwood Acres 3 & 5
All resolvedIreland Acres 1
Bethel Baptist Church
All resolvedSage Junction Port Of Entry Itd
Idot Headquarters
Spencer Grill & Rv Park
Sage Junction Rest Area Idt
Hillman Trailer Court
Spooled Performance
1 health-basedJefferson Alternative School
Clyde Gillespe
Clyde Gillespe
Aspen Grove Inn
All resolvedCountry Living Center
All resolvedCordons Apartments
Carson Rest Home
Rocky Mountain Produce
Jones Custom Meat
Silver Creek Distillers Inc
Purser Industrial Park
Beeches Corner Rest Area Idt
High Country Water Works
Snowy Mountain Spring Water
Idaho State Highway Dept
Ireland Acres 2
All resolvedLoft 745
All resolvedIdaho State Highway Dept.
Dubois Rest Area Idt
Dream Village
Ibex Incorporated
Juniper And Ceder Estates
Taylor Quick Stop Inc
Snake River Smokehouse
Midway Middle School
Union Lyman Elementary
Squealers
Liberty Montessori Academy
Rigby Kids Academy
All resolvedThe Pine Cone
4 health-basedBurton Elementary
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Idaho Falls (83442) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 123.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.