Water Quality in PAHRUMP, NV (89060)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89060.
78
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
75
Monitoring / Reporting
78
Resolved
What does this mean?
78 of 78 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 75 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 (78 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heptachlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endothall | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Styrene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Diquat | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| DICHLOROMETHANE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Toluene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Dalapon | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(56)
Heptachlor
03
Endothall
03
Styrene
03
Diquat
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Dalapon
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Radium-226
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Trichloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
Simazine
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Radium-228
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Benzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
LASSO
03
Glyphosate
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
2,4,5-TP
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Picloram
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
OXAMYL
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
Dinoseb
03
2,4-D
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Chlordane
03
Methoxychlor
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
Carbofuran
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Atrazine
03
Endrin
03
Toxaphene
03
Combined Uranium
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(5)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
How Does This Compare?
PAHRUMP (89060) has 78 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.