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GRIC DPW Sacaton — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 5,307 people · Arizona

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
090400047
Violations
63

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
strontium
3900.00 µg/L—Above Goal
Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

1

Health-Related

TIER 2Unresolved

Treatment technique violation

When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2024 – August 1, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: August 21, 2023 – May 16, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2023 – March 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2023 – March 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

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 GRIC DPW Sacaton

Is GRIC DPW Sacaton water safe to drink?

GRIC DPW Sacaton water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 63 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has GRIC DPW Sacaton detected?

51 contaminants were tested in GRIC DPW Sacaton's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does GRIC DPW Sacaton have any EPA violations?

Yes, GRIC DPW Sacaton has 63 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, RPT, MR. 11 are health-based violations.

How many people does GRIC DPW Sacaton serve?

GRIC DPW Sacaton serves approximately 5,307 people, Arizona. The system provides water to 1 community: Sacaton, Sacaton Flats,Upper San Tan, Bl.

What type of water does GRIC DPW Sacaton provide?

GRIC DPW Sacaton sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is 090400047.

How does GRIC DPW Sacaton compare to other utilities in Arizona?

GRIC DPW Sacaton 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.

Cities Served

Sacaton, Sacaton Flats,Upper San Tan, Bl