C46/100
DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,488 people · Nevada
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NV0002216
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2010.
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 DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM
Is DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM water safe to drink?
DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MCL, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM serve?
DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM serves approximately 6,488 people, Nevada.
What type of water does DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM provide?
DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NV0002216.
How does DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Nevada?
DOUGLAS COUNTY CARSON VALLEY SYSTEM scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Nevada state page for a full comparison of water systems.