Water Quality in Fernley, NV (89406)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89406.
Active Health Violations
23 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
25,739
Population
65
Water Systems
117
Violations (5yr)
23
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (65)
Fernley Public Works
1 health-basedDayton Valley Water System
Fallon City Of
Fallon Naval Air Station
All resolvedFallon-Paiute Shoshone Tribe
All resolvedSand Creek
Washoe Lake State Park
Old River Water Company
5 health-basedFort Churchill Historic State Park
Trinity Truck Stop
Skips Mini Market
Harmon Junction
3 health-basedRoper Drive-In
Carson River Estates
2 health-basedWalker River State Rec Area Pitchfork
Valley Distributors
Cock N Bull
The Grid
All resolvedMontgomery Mhp
Graces Bible Church
All resolvedFallon Rv Park
2 health-basedNas Centroid Ew Range
Shady Park Trailer Court
Taylors Trailer Park
Kennametal Inc
All resolvedOasis Bowl
Lahontan Dam State Park Beach 7
Ember Mobile Manor
Middlegate Station
All resolvedCountry Estates Mhp
Oasis Springs
Lahontan Valley Water Co, Inc
Rye Patch State Park West River
Lahontan Dam State Park
Cold Springs Station Resort
Jackpot Mini Mart
Budget Inn Motel
Farmhouse Restaurant
The Chapparal
Rye Patch State Park East River
Lazy B Bar
Cove Restaurant
Stop And Shop Market
Fallon Food Mart
1 health-basedDiamond Y Trailer Park
Bobs Rootbeer Drive Inn
Toms Trailer Court
Lahontan Dam State Park Beach 3
Washoe Lake State Park North Boat Ramp
Ragtown Station
Lattin Farms
Nev State Park Lahontan Resv
Golden Years Rest Home
Dallas Rentals
Salt Wells Villa Bar
Frenchmans Station
Donnas Midnight Roper
Wagon Wheel Bar
Fallon Livestock Llc
Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park
Cowboy Cafe
Fallon-Paiute Shoshone Tribe Fox Peak Station
Denton Rawhide Mine
9 health-basedTolas Park Mhp
Buckland Station
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated 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 2025
How Does This Compare?
Fernley (89406) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 117.
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.