86429
Bullhead City, AZ
Mohave County · Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ metro area
EPCOR - LAKE MOHAVE HIGHLANDS

Is tap water in Kingman CCD (86429) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: August 2025
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested August 2025.
CDP:
Townships:
  • Kingman CCD, AZ
  • Bullhead City CCD, AZ
Neighborhood:
  • Bullhead City

The short answer for Kingman CCD (86429)

Bullhead City tap water has 5 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including lithium at 10.0× the limit (tested August 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Bullhead City

lithium has been detected above EPA limits in this water system's recent tests. A certified filter designed for this contaminant type is strongly recommended.
  • lithium, PFBS, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
lithium concentration (µg/L) August 2025
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 100 µg/L
100.000 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
900% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 100.000 µg/L
Certified Filters for Bullhead City Tap Water

lithium was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium
Tested: August 2025 · Well Treatment TP001		 100.000 µg/L 10 µg/L 900% above limit
lithium
Tested: August 2025 · Well Treatment/Storage Tanks 1/2		 44.000 µg/L 10 µg/L 340% above limit
PFOS
Tested: August 2025 · Well Treatment/Storage Tanks 1/2		 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 38% above limit
PFBS
Tested: August 2025 · Well Treatment/Storage Tanks 1/2		 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 20% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: August 2025 · Well Treatment/Storage Tanks 1/2		 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 7% above limit
View all tested compounds

Well Treatment/Storage Tanks 1/2 · Tested: August 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium 44.000 µg/L 10 µg/L 340% above limit
PFOS 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 38% above limit
PFBS 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 20% above limit
PFPeA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 7% above limit
PFHxS 0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 85% of limit
PFHxA 0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.1% of limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

81859 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Benzene 3.300 µg/L 5 µg/L 66% of limit
Lead 3.320 µg/L 15 µg/L 22% of limit
Chloroform 17.500 µg/L 80 µg/L 22% of limit
1,2-Dichloroethane 0.465 µg/L 5 µg/L 9% of limit
Chromium 4.690 µg/L 100 µg/L 5% of limit
Arsenic 0.320 µg/L 10 µg/L 3% of limit
Toluene 5.830 µg/L 1000 µg/L 0.6% of limit
1,2,3-Trimethylbenzene 0.280 µg/L — —
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 3.970 µg/L — —
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene 0.324 µg/L — —
Aluminum 76.300 µg/L — —
Barium 44.000 µg/L — —
Calcium 158000.000 µg/L — —
Carbon disulfide 0.426 µg/L — —
Cobalt 2.030 µg/L — —
Cumene 1.680 µg/L — —
Cyclohexane 5.820 µg/L — —
Ethylbenzene 6.040 µg/L — —
Hexane 11.700 µg/L — —
Iron 493.000 µg/L — —
Magnesium 21900.000 µg/L — —
Manganese 255.000 µg/L — —
Methylcyclohexane 13.800 µg/L — —
n-Butylbenzene 0.578 µg/L — —
n-Propylbenzene 0.183 µg/L — —
Naphthalene 17.000 µg/L — —
Nickel 1.870 µg/L — —
p-Cymene 0.584 µg/L — —
p-Ethyltoluene 6.350 µg/L — —
Potassium 6820.000 µg/L — —
sec-Butylbenzene 0.169 µg/L — —
Selenium 12.300 µg/L — —
Sodium 244000.000 µg/L — —
tert-Butylbenzene 0.173 µg/L — —
Thallium 2.080 µg/L — —
Trichloroethylene 0.201 µg/L — —
Vanadium 15.400 µg/L — —
Xylene 0.250 µg/L — —
Zinc 5.860 µg/L — —

Well Treatment TP001 · Tested: August 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium 100.000 µg/L 10 µg/L 900% above limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 86429

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 86429 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 86429?

ZIP 86429 has 5 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including lithium at 10.0x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 86429 tap water remove lithium?

No. Boiling tap water does not remove lithium. Lithium is a dissolved mineral, so heat does not break it down and evaporation can actually concentrate it. Reverse osmosis (NSF/ANSI 58) is the most reliable at-home option for reducing lithium.

Do basic pitcher filters remove lithium?

Standard pitcher filters are not certified to reduce lithium. Reverse osmosis (NSF/ANSI 58) is the most widely available home option for reducing lithium in drinking water.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 86429?

Public records identify EPCOR - LAKE MOHAVE HIGHLANDS as a primary water system associated with ZIP 86429. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 86429 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is August 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-04.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 86429?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact EPCOR - LAKE MOHAVE HIGHLANDS or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 86429. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (lithium: 10 µg/L)
Last tested August 2025
Last page update 2026-05-04

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