Franklin, ID 83237

3 water systems6,275 residents

Poor water quality - filtration recommended

D

Score: 37/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

51

Contaminants Detected

274

Violations on Record

25

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History14 / 25
Contaminant Severity15 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score37%

37 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
  • Whole Home Carbon Filter System
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Franklin vs ID & National Average

Detected Contaminants

51 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
AtrazineAgricultural
NitrateAgricultural
NitriteAgricultural
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANEOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
BHC-GAMMAOther
CarbofuranOther
ChlordaneOther
ChlorineOther
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEOther
Groundwater RuleOther
HeptachlorOther
Heptachlor epoxideOther
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
LASSOOther
MethoxychlorOther
PentachlorophenolOther
Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)Other
ToxapheneOther
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological
Radium-226Radiological
Radium-228Radiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
OAKDELL FARMS LLC, FRANKLIN CITY OF, HYDE PARK CITY WATER SYSTEM
Population Served:
6,275
Systems With Violations:
3 of 3
Major Violations:
199
Enforcement Actions:
250

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.