A80/100
TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,853 people · Nevada
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NV0000237
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Revised 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 TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES
Is TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES water safe to drink?
TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES serve?
TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES serves approximately 2,853 people, Nevada.
What type of water does TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES provide?
TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NV0000237.
How does TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Nevada?
TONOPAH PUBLIC UTILITIES scores 80/100 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.