Kamiah Water Quality

Idaho

Health Violations

The tap water in Kamiah, Idaho is served by 6 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 2,280 people. 3 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 8000 in 2017. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.

6
Water Systems
2,280
Population Served
3
Total Violations
3
Health-Based Violations

Drinking water in Kamiah, Idaho is delivered through 6 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 2,280 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.

The SDWIS record for Kamiah shows 3 total violations across all 6 systems, of which 3 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 8000, 0200. 1 TRI-reporting industrial facility is also located within the city limits.

A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Idaho drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.

Community Water Systems

System Name Pop. Served Violations Status
KAMIAH CITY OF 1,495 0 Clean
PINE RIDGE WATER AND SEWER DIST 390 1 Health
KAMIAH VALLEY COMPANY LLC 250 0 Clean
VALLEY VIEW WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT 70 2 Health
LAWYERS CREEK WATER DIST 50 0 Clean
VILLAGE 21 WATER DIST 25 0 Clean

Does this city have health-based water violations?

Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.

Contaminant Begin Date
8000 2017-08-12
8000 2017-08-12
0200 2017-03-01

TRI Facilities in Kamiah

Facility Total Releases
Empire Lumber Co (dba Kamiah Mills) 31 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kamiah, Idaho water safe to drink?
Kamiah is served by 6 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 2,280 people. 3 health-based violations have been recorded. A past violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe, systems are required to notify customers and resolve issues. Contact your local water utility for current status.
How many water violations does Kamiah have?
Kamiah water systems have a total of 3 violations on record in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, of which 3 are health-based (MCL exceedances). The remaining violations are monitoring or reporting violations.
What contaminants were found in Kamiah water?
Health-based violations for Kamiah water systems include the following contaminants: 8000, 0200. Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
How many water systems serve Kamiah?
6 EPA-regulated community water systems serve Kamiah, Idaho, collectively covering approximately 2,280 people. Data is from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS).
Where does Kamiah get its drinking water?
Kamiah's water supply comes from 6 EPA-regulated community water systems. Source type data is not available for all systems. For detailed supply information, contact your local water utility. Source: EPA SDWIS.
Are there pollution sources near Kamiah?
Yes, 1 EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility is registered in Kamiah, Idaho, reporting a combined 31 lbs of toxic chemical releases. TRI data reflects self-reported emissions; it does not measure exposure or health effects. Source: EPA TRI.

About This Data

Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.

A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.

TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.

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