Water Quality in BUCKEYE, AZ (85326)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85326.

287

Total Violations

58

Health-Based

229

Monitoring / Reporting

246

Resolved

What does this mean?

246 of 287 violations have been resolved. 58 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 229 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.

Water systems: 44 Population served: 85,911

Violations Detail (287 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 7, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 27, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 6, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A14Jun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A14Jun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(25)

Public Notice

75

Sep 7Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 27Active

E. COLI

34

Aug 6Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 5Active

E. COLI

34

Jun 5Active

Public Notice

75

May 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 15Resolved

2024(129)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Active

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Oct 1Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Oct 1Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Oct 1Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 31Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BUCKEYE (85326) has 287 recorded violations, including 58 health-based. 41 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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.

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