C49/100
KIMBERLY CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,359 people · Idaho
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ID5420033
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 2, 2025 – November 7, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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 KIMBERLY CITY OF
Is KIMBERLY CITY OF water safe to drink?
KIMBERLY CITY OF water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has KIMBERLY CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in KIMBERLY CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KIMBERLY CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, KIMBERLY CITY OF has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MON, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does KIMBERLY CITY OF serve?
KIMBERLY CITY OF serves approximately 5,359 people, Idaho.
What type of water does KIMBERLY CITY OF provide?
KIMBERLY CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ID5420033.
How does KIMBERLY CITY OF compare to other utilities in Idaho?
KIMBERLY CITY OF scores 49/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Idaho state page for a full comparison of water systems.