Water Quality in Tucson, AZ (85739)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 85739.
Active Health Violations
2 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,478
Population
14
Water Systems
76
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
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
Quail Creek Water Company
All resolvedLago Del Oro Water Co
Santa Catalina Catholic Church
All resolvedOrchard Valley Mobile Home Park
All resolvedCatalina Country Estates
All resolvedLazy A Mobile Home Park
All resolvedMountainaire Water Co.
Coronado Forest Drive Water Coop
1 health-basedMesquite Well Group
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated 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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Tucson (85739) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 76.
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.