Water Quality: Heber, AZ
3 water systems • 1,262 people served
Multiple Health ViolationsWater Quality Summary
Heber is served by 3 public water systems with a combined service population of 1,262 people, and has 160 EPA Safe Drinking Water Act violations on record. Critically, 10 of those are health-based violations, meaning one or more contaminants were detected above EPA-established safe levels — a serious public health concern. Heber's violation count is 58% below the national average for Arizona. Contaminants associated with violations include Chlorine Dioxide, Copper.
Contaminants Found
Can cause anemia in infants and young children; may cause nervous system effects at high levels.
Common source: Water treatment disinfectant used to control taste, odor, and microorganisms
EPA limit: 0.8 mg/L
Short-term exposure causes gastrointestinal distress; long-term exposure can cause liver and kidney damage.
Common source: Corrosion of household plumbing systems and fixtures
EPA limit: Action Level: 1.3 mg/L (1,300 ppb)
Water Systems Serving Heber
| System Name | PWSID | Source | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEBER DWID | AZ0409014 | Groundwater | 839 | 109 |
| BUCKSKIN ARTISTS COMMUNITY | AZ0409305 | Groundwater | 320 | 43 |
| HEBER DWID - BLACK CANYON SUBDIVISION | AZ0409343 | Groundwater | 103 | 8 |
Concerned About Your Water?
A home water filter can remove common contaminants. NSF-certified filters are tested against EPA standards.
Consider a reverse osmosis system for comprehensive filtration or a carbon filter for basic improvement.
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Data Sources
Drinking water violation data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Data includes all recorded violations for active community water systems.