B69/100
BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,999 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA1910018
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.029 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM
Is BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serve?
BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,999 people, California.
What type of water does BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM provide?
BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CA1910018.
How does BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in California?
BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM scores 69/100 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.