Water Quality in YERINGTON, NV (89447)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89447.
79
Total Violations
17
Health-Based
62
Monitoring / Reporting
79
Resolved
What does this mean?
79 of 79 violations have been resolved. 17 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 62 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 (79 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.0115 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.0115 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 0.0115 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(23)
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
02
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Arsenic
02
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
2023(30)
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Arsenic
03
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Combined Uranium
02
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
45
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Chlorine
27
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
YERINGTON (89447) has 79 recorded violations, including 17 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
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.