B76/100
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,589 people · Idaho
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ID2290042
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2005.
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 UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO
Is UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO water safe to drink?
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO detected?
51 contaminants were tested in UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO have any EPA violations?
Yes, UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO serve?
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO serves approximately 8,589 people, Idaho.
What type of water does UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO provide?
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ID2290042.
How does UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO compare to other utilities in Idaho?
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Idaho state page for a full comparison of water systems.