F0/100
SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,200 people · Nevada
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NV0005062
Violations
67
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2025 – July 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC
Is SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC water safe to drink?
SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 67 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC has 67 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, TT, Other. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC serve?
SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC serves approximately 6,200 people, Nevada.
What type of water does SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC provide?
SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NV0005062.
How does SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC compare to other utilities in Nevada?
SOUTHERN DESERT CORRECTIONAL CTR NDOC scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Nevada state page for a full comparison of water systems.