F0/100
ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,669 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CA1510001
Violations
134
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 290.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
vanadium | 53.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – July 21, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST
Is ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST water safe to drink?
ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 134 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST detected?
66 contaminants were tested in ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate, vanadium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST has 134 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 81 are health-based violations.
How many people does ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST serve?
ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST serves approximately 19,669 people, California.
What type of water does ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST provide?
ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA1510001.
How does ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST compare to other utilities in California?
ARVIN COMMUNITY SERVICES DIST scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.