F0/100
GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,500 people · Idaho
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ID4010066
Violations
215
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFHxS | 0.023 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.023 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 23, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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 GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM
Is GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 215 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM has 215 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM serve?
GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM serves approximately 12,500 people, Idaho.
What type of water does GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM provide?
GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ID4010066.
How does GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Idaho?
GARDEN CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Idaho state page for a full comparison of water systems.