Water Quality in NEW RIVER, AZ (85087)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85087.
76
Total Violations
45
Health-Based
31
Monitoring / Reporting
74
Resolved
What does this mean?
74 of 76 violations have been resolved. 45 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 31 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (76 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 23, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Health-Based | N/A | 6 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Health-Based | N/A | 6 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 17 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 17 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 17 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 17 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Health-Based | N/A | 6 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Health-Based | N/A | 6 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Health-Based | N/A | 6 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(12)
Public Notice
75
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(21)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
NEW RIVER (85087) has 76 recorded violations, including 45 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.