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Water quality report · updated Jul 2026

Is Pmrf Housing (Dho), HI Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Graded A-, with 1 unresolved violation on record. See what was cited — and what it means for your tap. What to do ↓

0 contaminants over a legal limit
0.0 ppb lead, 90th percentile · low
1 unresolved violation
1K people served by 1 water system

PWSID HI0000430 · moderate data confidence · federal utility

Reviewed by WaterVerge Editorial Team · Last updated July 2026
A 89.6 / 100

#48 of 64Hawaii cities
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01The verdict: is Pmrf Housing (Dho) water safe?

Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s tap water meets most EPA standards but has areas that warrant attention. With a grade of A- (89.6/100), some contaminant levels or compliance issues suggest that residents may benefit from additional filtration. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,200 residents using groundwater (wells).

The concern

1 unresolved violation on record

EPA records show an open compliance item for this system. Most are administrative, but unresolved items are worth watching.

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The good news

Lead is well under the limit

90th-percentile lead is 0.0 ppb — beneath the 15 ppb federal action level and under the 5 ppb watch threshold.

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Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s drinking water received a grade of A- (89.6 out of 100), indicating good water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,200 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 2 violations on record, including 1 health-based violation. 1 remains unresolved.

Pmrf Housing (Dho) ranks #48 out of 64 cities in Hawaii for water quality, placing it below average in the state. Pmrf Housing (Dho) 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, Pmrf Housing (Dho) may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities.

How the 89.6/100 breaks down Methodology →
ViolationsHistorical violation record including health-based and monitoring violations.
44.6 / 45A
Lead & CopperLead at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile).
20 / 20A
ContaminantsPFAS + legacy contaminant analysis.
17 / 20B
ComplianceMonitoring and reporting compliance with EPA regulations.
3 / 10F
Source RiskWater source: Groundwater.
5 / 5A

02What's in Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water

Every contaminant flagged in Pmrf Housing (Dho), on one shared scale: distance to its own legal limit. The red line is the limit — anything past it is out of compliance, and the closer a bar gets, the less headroom the system has.

1 detection · sorted by % of legal limit
Over the limit Elevated — watch Within limits
0 50% LEGAL LIMIT 150%
1 contaminant tested under EPA SDWIS, LCR and UCMR programs · 1 detected · not yet tested for PFAS under UCMR 5

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.

03Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s ten-year track record

Each box is one year. A green check means no EPA violations; a numbered badge counts that year's violations — red if any were health-based, amber if they were monitoring or paperwork issues. The system has 2 violations on record, including 1 health-based violation. 1 remains unresolved.

All ten of the last ten years were clean — no EPA violations recorded for Pmrf Housing (Dho).

UpdateWater quality data updatedLatest EPA compliance and testing data incorporated into Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water quality assessment. Grade: A- (89.6/100).
Violation1 drinking water violation recorded1 health-based. Contaminants: Coliform (TCR).Resolved
Lead, 90th percentileppb · lower is better
010203040EPA action level · 15 ppb2003 — 26 ppb2010 — 9.4 ppb2013 — 7.6 ppb2022 — 0 ppb2602003201020132022

Down 26 ppb since 2003. Latest reading: 0 ppb (2022) — 0% of the action level. Sampled at higher-risk homes (90th percentile).

04Where Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water comes from

Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s drinking water is drawn from underground aquifers through wells.

Source

Groundwater

Underground aquifers reached by wells — naturally filtered, but can carry minerals like arsenic and nitrate.

Treatment

Local treatment

Groundwater generally needs less treatment — typically disinfection and, where needed, mineral removal.

Distribution

1 system

1 water system, operated under federal ownership.

Delivery

1,200 people

Residents served across Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s service area.

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 federal ownership and serves approximately 1,200 people through 1 water system.

System namePWSIDPopulationSource
PACIFIC MISSILE RANGE FACILITY HI0000430 1,200 Groundwater

05How Pmrf Housing (Dho) compares

Scores for nearby Hawaii cities on one line, with the average marked.

Mililani Bws
97.5 · A+
Pearl Harbor
94.8 · A
Wailuku
91.4 · A
Pmrf Housing (Dho) (this city)
89.6 · A-

dashed line = Hawaii average (92/100)

Pmrf Housing (Dho) scores 89.6/100on par with the Hawaii average of 92/100. It outscores 2 of 10 nearby cities. Full Hawaii rankings →

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06What to do at home

Steps matched to what testing actually found in Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water — not generic advice.

Extra protection

A basic carbon filter still helps

Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water meets federal standards, but a simple carbon filter improves taste and adds a margin of safety against short-term issues.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pmrf Housing (Dho), HI tap water safe to drink?

Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water quality earned a grade of A- (89.6/100). The water generally meets EPA standards and is considered safe for consumption. The city ranks #48 out of 64 cities tested in Hawaii.

What contaminants are in Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water?

Lead was measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile). 2 violations are on record.

How is Pmrf Housing (Dho)'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 Pmrf Housing (Dho)?

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

Where does Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water come from?

Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water is sourced from Groundwater. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 1,200 residents.

What health violations has Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water system had?

Pmrf Housing (Dho) has 1 health-based violation on record. The most recent violation was recorded in November 2006. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 1 violation remains unresolved.

Is Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s groundwater at risk of contamination?

Pmrf Housing (Dho) 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 2 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 Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s water compare to other cities?

Pmrf Housing (Dho) ranks #48 out of 64 cities in Hawaii (better than 25% of state cities) and #2708 out of 15382 cities nationally (82th percentile). The grade of A- reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.

Does Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s small water system affect quality?

Pmrf Housing (Dho)'s system serves approximately 1,200 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 2 violations on record.

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Sources: EPA SDWIS & ECHO · UCMR 3–5 · Lead & Copper Rule samples · EPA TRI · U.S. Drought Monitor · FEMA declarations. Data last updated Jul 2026. Analysis by the WaterVerge Editorial Team · methodology.