F0/100
LAKE HAVASU CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 54,610 people · Arizona
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AZ0408022
Violations
291
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2021 – July 26, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 LAKE HAVASU CITY OF
Is LAKE HAVASU CITY OF water safe to drink?
LAKE HAVASU CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 291 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAKE HAVASU CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in LAKE HAVASU CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKE HAVASU CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKE HAVASU CITY OF has 291 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, RPT, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAKE HAVASU CITY OF serve?
LAKE HAVASU CITY OF serves approximately 54,610 people, Arizona. The system provides water to 1 community: Lake Havasu City.
What type of water does LAKE HAVASU CITY OF provide?
LAKE HAVASU CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AZ0408022.
How does LAKE HAVASU CITY OF compare to other utilities in Arizona?
LAKE HAVASU CITY OF 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.