Water Quality in Las Vegas, NV (89005)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89005.
Active Health Violations
14 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 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
14,962
Population
18
Water Systems
210
Violations (5yr)
14
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Las Vegas Valley Water District
North Las Vegas Utilities
Henderson City Of
Alan Bible Visitors Center
Boulder City
Katherine Landing Dwtp
11 health-basedWillow Beach Nps
Nevada State Veterans Home Boulder City
2 health-basedNps Boulder Beach
All resolvedNps Cottonwood Cove
All resolvedNps Temple Bar Wtp
Nps Echo Bay
All resolvedNps Callville Bay
All resolvedHoover Dam Lodge Dba Hacienda
Aspen Highlands Subdivision
1 health-basedGygr Mobile Home Park
Nps Overton Beach
Nps Las Vegas Bay
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
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)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Las Vegas (89005) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 210.
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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.