Water Quality in Fernley, NV (89447)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89447.
Past Health-Based Violations
10 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 35 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,082
Population
23
Water Systems
45
Violations (5yr)
10
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Fernley Public Works
1 health-basedDayton Valley Water System
Yerington City Of
1 health-basedMason Water System
Yerington (Campbell Ranch)
7 health-basedWeed Heights Development
Smith Valley Schools
Pumpkin Hollow Shaft Site
1 health-basedCarmens Mexican Restaurant
Rite Of Passage - Atc
Silver Springs Elementary
Snyder Livestock Company Inc
Pleasant Valley Trailer Park
Wabuska Bar
Stage Stop Cafe
Sage Crest Drive In
Dressler Park
Smith'S Log Cabin Bar
Bottle Stop
Peri And Sons Farm Labor Housing
Lindas Wabuska Bar
Rogelio M Garcia
Flying M Ranch
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Fernley (89447) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 45.
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
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.