F0/100
COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,509 people · Arizona
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AZ0413106
Violations
505
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6
Is COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 water safe to drink?
COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 505 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 detected?
51 contaminants were tested in COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 have any EPA violations?
Yes, COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 has 505 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL, RPT. 40 are health-based violations.
How many people does COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 serve?
COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 serves approximately 4,509 people, Arizona. The system provides water to 1 community: Cottonwood.
What type of water does COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 provide?
COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AZ0413106.
How does COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 compare to other utilities in Arizona?
COTTONWOOD MUNICIPAL WATER VV6 scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Arizona state page for a full comparison of water systems.