Water Quality in Tucson, AZ (85716)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85716.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 20 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
32,976
Population
10
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Tucson City Of
All resolvedTucson Racquet & Fitness Club
1 health-basedPowderhound Condominium
Rio Vista Mobile Home Park
All resolvedLos Gatos Apartments
Catalina Vista Mhp
Adobe Manor Mobile Home P
Chevron U S A
Blackwater Creek Ranch
1 health-basedCave Creek Ranch Llc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Tucson (85716) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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.