Water Quality in Owyhee, NV (89832)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 89832.
14
Total Violations
1
Health-Based
13
Monitoring / Reporting
13
Resolved
What does this mean?
13 of 14 violations have been resolved. 1 is a health-based violation, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 13 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 (14 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Oct 31, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 22, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 22, 2022 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jan 31, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Oct 31, 2021 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(2)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
2022(6)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
Owyhee (89832) has 14 recorded violations, including 1 health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.