Water Quality in EL MIRAGE, AZ (85335)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85335.

198

Total Violations

5

Health-Based

193

Monitoring / Reporting

193

Resolved

What does this mean?

193 of 198 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 193 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: 24 Population served: 338,245

Violations Detail (198 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ActiveN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 29, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(13)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Aug 31Active

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 29Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 1Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorite

02

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorite

02

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorite

02

Mar 31Resolved

2024(28)

TTHM

35

Dec 29Active

TTHM

35

Dec 29Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 29Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

EL MIRAGE (85335) has 198 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 5 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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