Water Quality in Tucson, AZ (85705)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85705.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 93 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
54,700
Population
51
Water Systems
94
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)
Tucson City Of
All resolvedFlowing Wells Irrigation District
1 health-basedAmphi Canyon Del Oro
Amphitheater Junior High
Amphitheater Coronado
Amphi Harleson School
Amphi-Rio Vista Elem Scho
Amphitheater Donaldson
Amphitheater Lulu Walker
Amphitheater Helen Keelin
Amphitheater Wetmore Cntr
Amphitheater Mesa Verde
Amphitheater Haloway East
Acacia Gardens Mobile Ho
Amphitheater Pub Sch-H Keeling
Amphitheater E C Nash
Diamond Grove Mobile Home Estates
All resolvedDesert Shores Rv Mhp
All resolvedCrescent Manor Mhp
All resolvedNorth La Cholla Mhp
All resolvedSouthern Pines Baptist Church
National Truck Stop Cafe
Prospectors Panorama Rv
Elmer'S Pub
Amphitheater Hs-Land Lab
Victory Heights Bible Camp
Amity House
Jenks Cafe
Shamrock Foods Co
Evergreen Cemetery
Rabies Control Center
Central Water Co.
Circle Bar Motel
Raymond Tom Rentals
Metro Water Co Sys 6 N. Hills
Metro Water Co Sys 7 N Hills 1
Metro Water Co Sys 1 Casa Ado#
Metro Water Co Sys 8 Cresta Pv
Metro Water Co Sys 15 Linda Vi
Metro Water Co Sys 4 Catalina
Metro Water Co Sys15 N Hills #
Metro Water Co Sys 13 Oro Vall
Metro Water Co Sys 2 Oracle Ht
Metro Water Co-Casas Adobes #3
Metro Water Co Sys 14 Silverad
Metro Water Co Sys 3 Orng Grov
Palm Vista Estates Mhp
Oracle North Home Owners Assoc
All resolvedAmphitheater High Scool
Tra Tel Tucson R V Park
Bermuda Gardens Trailer Park
All resolvedContaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Tucson (85705) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 94.
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
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.