85264
Fort Mcdowell, AZ
Fort McDowell Community

Is Fort Mcdowell tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: June 2025
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested June 2025.

The short answer for Fort Mcdowell

Fort Mcdowell tap water has lithium above EPA guidelines at 4.1× the limit (tested June 2025). See the full report with all tested compounds and filter options.

The health risk for Fort Mcdowell

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 above limit.
lithium concentration (µg/L) June 2025
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 50 µg/L
40.900 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
309% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 40.900 µg/L
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium
Tested: June 2025 · Entry Point to Zone 1 (CW1 & CW2)		 40.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 309% above limit
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Entry Point to Zone 1 (CW1 & CW2) · Tested: June 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium 40.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 309% 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

82565 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
1,4-Dioxane 0.118 µg/L 0.35 µg/L 34% of limit
Lithium 0.062 mg/L 10 mg/L 0.6% of limit
Arsenic 0.011 mg/L 10 mg/L 0.1% of limit
Nitrate 7.220 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.1% of limit
Lead 0.004 mg/L 15 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Calcium 118.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 342.000 mg/L — —
Hardness, Ca, Mg 571.000 mg/L — —
Magnesium 66.800 mg/L — —
Nitrobenzene 0.369 µg/L — —
Perchlorate 2.090 µg/L — —
Phosphorus 2.030 mg/L — —
Potassium 12.000 mg/L — —
Sodium 233.000 mg/L — —
Sulfate 214.000 mg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 1160.000 mg/L — —
Total suspended solids 174.000 mg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 85264

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. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 85264 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 85264?

ZIP 85264 has lithium above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data at 4.1x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 85264 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 85264?

Public records identify Fort McDowell Community as a primary water system associated with ZIP 85264. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 85264 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 85264?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact Fort McDowell Community or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 85264. 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 June 2025
Last page update 2026-05-04

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