B71/100
BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,000 people · Nevada
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NV0004092
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT
Is BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT serve?
BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 9,000 people, Nevada. The system provides water to 1 community: Laughlin.
What type of water does BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT provide?
BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NV0004092.
How does BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Nevada?
BIG BEND WATER DISTRICT scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Nevada state page for a full comparison of water systems.