Water Quality in San Carlos, AZ (85550)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85550.
Active Health Violations
39 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 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,696
Population
20
Water Systems
309
Violations (5yr)
39
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Consolidated-Deer Valley
Payson Town Of
All resolvedScua Upper Seven Mile
11 health-basedScua Gilson Wash
Scua Bylas
11 health-basedScua Peridot Heights
Bia San Carlos
1 health-basedApache Gold Casino
1 health-basedScua Lower Peridot
5 health-basedApache Burger Travel Center
1 health-basedSan Carlos High School
All resolvedScua Beverly Hills
1 health-basedScua Cutter
Bia Point Of Pines
Apache Sky Casino
Scua Lower Peridot Bush
6 health-basedScua Upper Peridot
2 health-basedScua Skill Center
Scua Soda Canyon
Bia San Carlos Forestry
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
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)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
San Carlos (85550) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 309.
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.
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.