F15/100
CENTINELA STATE PRISON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,100 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA1310801
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 CENTINELA STATE PRISON
Is CENTINELA STATE PRISON water safe to drink?
CENTINELA STATE PRISON water receives a grade of F (15/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CENTINELA STATE PRISON detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CENTINELA STATE PRISON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CENTINELA STATE PRISON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CENTINELA STATE PRISON has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL, TT, Other. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does CENTINELA STATE PRISON serve?
CENTINELA STATE PRISON serves approximately 4,100 people, California.
What type of water does CENTINELA STATE PRISON provide?
CENTINELA STATE PRISON 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 CA1310801.
How does CENTINELA STATE PRISON compare to other utilities in California?
CENTINELA STATE PRISON scores 15/100 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.