A85/100
CARLIN UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,500 people · Nevada
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NV0000014
Violations
4
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 CARLIN UTILITIES
Is CARLIN UTILITIES water safe to drink?
CARLIN UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CARLIN UTILITIES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CARLIN UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CARLIN UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, CARLIN UTILITIES has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CARLIN UTILITIES serve?
CARLIN UTILITIES serves approximately 2,500 people, Nevada. The system provides water to 1 community: Carlin.
What type of water does CARLIN UTILITIES provide?
CARLIN UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NV0000014.
How does CARLIN UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Nevada?
CARLIN UTILITIES scores 85/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Nevada state page for a full comparison of water systems.