C48/100
LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,539,277 people · Nevada
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NV0000090
Violations
49
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 2017.
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 LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
Is LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 49 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT has 49 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT serve?
LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,539,277 people, Nevada. The system provides water to 1 community: Las Vegas.
What type of water does LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT provide?
LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NV0000090.
How does LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Nevada?
LAS VEGAS VALLEY WATER DISTRICT scores 48/100 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.