Water Quality in Polacca, AZ (86042)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 86042.
44
Total Violations
25
Health-Based
19
Monitoring / Reporting
40
Resolved
What does this mean?
40 of 44 violations have been resolved. 25 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 19 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (44 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.018 | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.0183 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.0183 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.0183 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
Violation Timeline
2024(1)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
2023(12)
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
E. COLI
34
Arsenic
02
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
02
Chlorine
27
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
02
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
Polacca (86042) has 44 recorded violations, including 25 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.