Water Quality in Duckwater, NV (89314)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89314.
21
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
15
Monitoring / Reporting
19
Resolved
What does this mean?
19 of 21 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 15 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 (21 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 3, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 3, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 3, 2023 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Chlorine
27
2024(3)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
How Does This Compare?
Duckwater (89314) has 21 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 2 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
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.