C42/100
GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,500 people · Nevada
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NV0000065
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY
Is GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY serve?
GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY serves approximately 4,500 people, Nevada. The system provides water to 1 community: Gardnerville.
What type of water does GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY provide?
GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NV0000065.
How does GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Nevada?
GARDNERVILLE WATER COMPANY scores 42/100 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.