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Is Centennial Park, AZ Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Graded B-, with 24 unresolved violations on record. See what was cited — and what it means for your tap. What to do next ↓

1K residents served 1 water system PWSID: AZ0408090
Overall Score
72.4 / 100
Violations
24 active
Last Updated
May 2026
Source
Groundwater
#144 of 292 in Arizona Top 66% nationally
Private
Moderate data confidence
Reviewed by WaterVerge Editorial Team · Last updated May 2026
B-GRADE
Water Quality Grade
72.4/100
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B- 72.4/100

Centennial Park, AZ — Water Quality Report

Centennial Park's drinking water received a grade of B- (72.4 out of 100), indicating fair water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,267 residents using groundwater.

Lead levels were measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program.

The system has 202 violations on record, including 21 health-based violations. 24 remain unresolved.

Data last updated: May 2026 · Source: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5
Analysis

What to know about Centennial Park's water

Centennial Park ranks #144 out of 292 cities in Arizona for water quality, placing it mid-range in the state.

Centennial Park relies on groundwater, which is generally less vulnerable to surface contamination but can be affected by naturally occurring minerals like arsenic and nitrate, as well as agricultural and industrial runoff.

As a small community water system, Centennial Park may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities.

Quality Breakdown

Water quality score

See methodology →
72.4 out of 100 Grade B-
A: 90-100
B: 74-89
C: 60-73
F: <50
How is this calculated?
Violations
22.4/45
D
Historical violation record including health-based and monitoring violations.
Lead & Copper
20/20
A
Lead at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile).
Contaminants
17/20
B
PFAS + legacy contaminant analysis.
Compliance
8/10
B
Monitoring and reporting compliance with EPA regulations.
Source Risk
5/5
A
Water source: Groundwater.
Water Safety

Is Centennial Park, AZ water safe to drink?

Concerns Identified

Centennial Park's drinking water has significant quality concerns based on EPA testing data. With a grade of B- (72.4/100), the system has issues across multiple categories. A water filter is recommended for all residents. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,267 residents using groundwater (wells).

24
Active Violations
0.0 ppb
Lead (90th %ile)
5 events
Disaster History

Recent water quality updates for Centennial Park

A timeline of significant water quality events, violations, and data updates.

Update
Water quality data updated

Latest EPA compliance and testing data incorporated into Centennial Park's water quality assessment. Grade: B- (72.4/100).

Violation
1 drinking water violation recorded

Contaminants: E. COLI.

Violation
1 drinking water violation recorded

Contaminants: Combined Radium (-226 and -228).

Violation
1 drinking water violation recorded

Contaminants: Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U.

Disaster
HURRICANE KATRINA EVACUATION

Federal disaster declaration (FEMA DR-3241). Hurricane event — may have impacted local water infrastructure.

Disaster
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING

Federal disaster declaration (FEMA DR-691). Flood event — may have impacted local water infrastructure.

Key contaminant findings

Based on the most recent EPA sampling data for Centennial Park's water supply.

Lead Within Limits
Detected: 0.0 ppb Limit: 15 ppb (EPA Action Level)

Well within EPA limits.

Violation history

Centennial Park's water system has 202 total violations on record, including 21 health-based violations. 24 remain unresolved. 3 violations were issued in the last 5 years.

MRMCLOther
Most recent violations:
Aug 2022 E. COLI Open
Jan 2022 Combined Radium (-226 and -228) Resolved
Jan 2021 Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U Resolved
Aug 2019 Lead and Copper Rule Open
Jul 2019 Revised Total Coliform Rule Resolved

Flood & environmental risk

Mohave County has experienced 5 federally declared disasters since 1978. Flooding and severe storms can overwhelm water treatment plants, cause sewage overflows, and introduce agricultural runoff, bacteria, and sediment into drinking water supplies.

HURRICANE KATRINA EVACUATION
Hurricane FEMA DR-3241
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING
Flood FEMA DR-691
FLOODING
Flood FEMA DR-686

Where does Centennial Park's water come from?

Centennial Park's drinking water comes from groundwater (wells), supplied by 1 water system serving approximately 1,267 people. Groundwater is generally less susceptible to surface contamination but can contain naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate.

What Centennial Park residents can do

Install a water filter

Recommended: NSF-certified water filter. This addresses the specific contaminants found in Centennial Park's water.

Request your utility's CCR

Your water utility is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) with detailed testing results. Ask for the latest copy or check your utility's website.

Monitor alerts during storms

Centennial Park's area has a history of flooding. After severe weather, watch for boil water advisories from your local utility.

Data: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5 (PFAS), FEMA, NOAA. Last updated May 2026.

Contaminant Alerts

Top contaminants to know

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Lead (90th percentile)
Inorganic / Heavy Metal
Safe
0.0 ppb
EPA Action Level: 15 ppb · 0% of limit
Safe Level
Compliance Record

Violation summary

202
Total violations
21
Health-based
24
Active / unresolved
Aug 2022
Most recent violation
Compliance Record

Violations & advisories

202 Total
24 Active
21 Health-based
178 Resolved
Violations by category
Total Coliform Rule
86
Radionuclides and Revised Rad Rule
43
Volatile Organic Chemicals
39
Consumer Confidence Rule
14
Lead and Copper Rule
6
Aug 2022 Active
E. COLI
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Aug 2019 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2016 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Jul 2015 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Jul 2014 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Aug 2013 Active
E. COLI
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Oct 2012 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Jul 2012 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Oct 2010 Active
E. COLI
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2010 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Jul 2009 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Oct 2008 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2008 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Oct 2007 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2007 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Oct 2006 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2006 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Oct 2005 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
Jul 2005 Active
Consumer Confidence Rule
Other Violation 0
Jul 2004 Active
Lead and Copper Rule
Monitoring & Reporting
Monitoring & Reporting 0
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Environmental Risk

Drought conditions

D2 — severe drought

Mohave County is currently in D2 (severe drought) per the U.S. Drought Monitor (week of May 5, 2026). Drought can elevate disinfection-byproduct (TTHM/HAA5) levels and taste/odor issues as utilities draw from lower reservoirs.

1
Weeks at D2+ (current streak)
48.1%
Months in D2+ (last 30y)
1
Weeks at D2+ (last 5y)

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor, updated weekly by NDMC, USDA, and NOAA.

Environmental Risk

Flood & disaster history

5
Declared disasters
Sep 2005
Most recent
Flood
Most common type

Mohave County has experienced 5 federally declared disasters since 1978. Flooding and severe weather can compromise water treatment infrastructure and introduce contaminants into drinking water supplies.

Sep 2005
HURRICANE KATRINA EVACUATION
Hurricane FEMA #3241
Oct 1983
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING
Flood FEMA #691
Jul 1983
FLOODING
Flood FEMA #686
Feb 1980
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING
Flood FEMA #614
Mar 1978
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING
Flood FEMA #551

Full contaminants report

Contaminant Detected Level EPA Limit Unit Category Status
Lead (90th percentile) 0.0 15 ppb Inorganic Safe
Data source: EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, local utility CCR.

Lead level trend (90th percentile)

EPA action level: 15 ppb
Lead has decreased by 0.0 ppb from 2004 (0.0 ppb) to 2025 (0.0 ppb).
Contaminant Rankings

See how Centennial Park compares by contaminant

Explore where Centennial Park ranks among all Arizona cities for specific contaminants.

Infrastructure

Water source & infrastructure

Primary Source
Groundwater
Operator
Private
Population Served
1,267
Water Systems
1
Water Source

Where Centennial Park's water comes from

Groundwater

Centennial Park's drinking water is drawn from underground aquifers through wells.

Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil layers, generally requiring less treatment than surface water. However, it can contain naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and minerals.

Agricultural activity, septic systems, and industrial operations near well fields can introduce nitrates, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds.

The system is operated by private ownership and serves approximately 1,267 people through 1 water system.

Infrastructure

Water systems serving Centennial Park

System Name PWSID Population Source
CENTENNIAL PARK DWID AZ0408090 1,267 GW
Regional Comparison

How Centennial Park compares

Full Arizona rankings →

Centennial Park's score of 72.4/100 is above the average of 42/100 among major Arizona cities. It outscores 10 of 10 nearby cities.

Centennial Park (this city)
72.4
Phoenix
37.5
Tucson
38.1
Mesa
40.6
Chandler
40.5
Gilbert
34.8
Arizona avg
42
City Profile

About Centennial Park, AZ

Wikipedia →

Colorado City is a town in Mohave County, Arizona, United States, and is located in a region known as the Arizona Strip. The population was 2,478 at the 2020 census. The Town of Colorado City, Arizona, incorporated in September 1985, was established by residents seeking local self-government and essential services. It is notable as a colony of Mormon polygamists, together with neighboring Hildale, Utah.

Economic Profile
$68,882
Median Income
6.1%
Unemployment
Community
17.5
Median Age
265
People / sq mi
11.9%
College Educated
100%
Homeownership
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Frequently asked questions

Is Centennial Park, AZ tap water safe to drink?

Centennial Park's water quality earned a grade of B- (72.4/100). Some concerns have been identified. Consider a water filter for an extra layer of protection. The city ranks #144 out of 292 cities tested in Arizona.

What contaminants are in Centennial Park's water?

Lead was measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile). 202 violations are on record.

How is Centennial Park's water quality grade calculated?

The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.

Do I need a water filter in Centennial Park?

Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.

Where does Centennial Park's water come from?

Centennial Park's water is sourced from Groundwater. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 1,267 residents.

What health violations has Centennial Park's water system had?

Centennial Park has 21 health-based violations on record. The most recent violation was recorded in August 2022. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 24 violations remain unresolved.

Is Centennial Park's groundwater at risk of contamination?

Centennial Park uses groundwater, which can be affected by naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate, as well as agricultural runoff and industrial activity. The system has 202 violations on record that may relate to groundwater quality. Groundwater systems are generally less susceptible to surface contamination but should be monitored for emerging contaminants like PFAS.

How does Centennial Park's water compare to other cities?

Centennial Park ranks #144 out of 292 cities in Arizona (better than 51% of state cities) and #10325 out of 15744 cities nationally (34th percentile). The grade of B- reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.

Does Centennial Park's small water system affect quality?

Centennial Park's system serves approximately 1,267 residents. Small community water systems (under 3,300 people) may have fewer financial resources for infrastructure upgrades and advanced treatment technologies. However, they are held to the same EPA drinking water standards as larger systems. This system has 202 violations on record.