Water Quality in Tucson, AZ (85653)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85653.
Active Health Violations
9 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
23,574
Population
18
Water Systems
135
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Tucson City Of
All resolvedArizona Water Co - Pinal Valley
Epcor - San Tan
All resolvedGw Santa Cruz Water Co
1 health-basedArizona Water Co - Apache Junction
Marana Municipal - Marana
All resolvedMarana High School
1 health-basedMarana Estes Elementary School
1 health-basedMarana Dwid - Derringer
2 health-basedMarana Municipal - Silverbell Gateway
Marana Dwid - Culver
3 health-basedMarana Aerospace Solutions
1 health-basedMarana Dwid-Hunter/Im
Silverbell Mining, Llc
Rancho Tierra Blanca Poa
All resolvedUssocom Parachute Training
All resolvedBreakers Water Park
Jardin Del Sol
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Tucson (85653) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 135.
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.