Water Quality in PAULDEN, AZ (86334)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 86334.
30
Total Violations
12
Health-Based
18
Monitoring / Reporting
27
Resolved
What does this mean?
27 of 30 violations have been resolved. 12 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 18 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 (30 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 29, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 17, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 17, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(6)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
2024(16)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
PAULDEN (86334) has 30 recorded violations, including 12 health-based. 3 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.