B65/100

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 6,785 people · California

Water Source
Groundwater
County
System ID
CA5810700
Violations
11

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

2

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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, 2024 – August 11, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: August 1, 2022 – August 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

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 BEALE AIR FORCE BASE

Is BEALE AIR FORCE BASE water safe to drink?

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has BEALE AIR FORCE BASE detected?

31 contaminants were tested in BEALE AIR FORCE BASE's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does BEALE AIR FORCE BASE have any EPA violations?

Yes, BEALE AIR FORCE BASE has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.

How many people does BEALE AIR FORCE BASE serve?

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE serves approximately 6,785 people, California.

What type of water does BEALE AIR FORCE BASE provide?

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA5810700.

How does BEALE AIR FORCE BASE compare to other utilities in California?

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE scores 65/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.