Water Quality in Lake Havasu City, AZ (86442)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 86442.
Active Health Violations
26 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 100% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
34,735
Population
34
Water Systems
545
Violations (5yr)
26
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Lake Havasu City Of
All resolvedKingman Municipal Water
All resolvedBullhead City Mohave
2 health-basedBermuda Water Company Inc
North Mohave Valley
1 health-basedDesert Foothills
1 health-basedThumb Butte Water Associ
Silverview Rv Park
2 health-basedCitizens -Bullhead
Lake Mohave Highlands
1 health-basedHi Sahara Oasis
Citizens -Rio Verde
Colorado River High Schoo
Ghr Landowners Assn Water Coop
7 health-basedSilver Creek Rv Park
7 health-basedCamp Mohave
1 health-basedRiver City Rv Park
1 health-basedCommunity Lutheran Church
2 health-basedRio Utility Company Inc
Valley Christian Church
All resolvedVeterans Of Foreign Wars
Allington/El Rio
Terra Grande Dev
Mohave Shrine Club
All resolvedMoose Lodge - Bhc
4 Seasons Rv Park
All resolvedRio Vista Ranches
1 health-basedSuncrest Apartments
Putting Green Pub
Fletcher Lane
Crrys Shelter
All resolvedRiviera Sun Water Co
Sunset Landing Resort
St Margaret Mary Church
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lake Havasu City (86442) has more violations than 100% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 545.
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
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.