A100/100
CITY OF CRESCENT CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,262 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
CA0810001
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 CITY OF CRESCENT CITY
Is CITY OF CRESCENT CITY water safe to drink?
CITY OF CRESCENT CITY water receives a grade of A (100/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF CRESCENT CITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CRESCENT CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CRESCENT CITY have any EPA violations?
No, CITY OF CRESCENT CITY has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does CITY OF CRESCENT CITY serve?
CITY OF CRESCENT CITY serves approximately 17,262 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Crescent City.
What type of water does CITY OF CRESCENT CITY provide?
CITY OF CRESCENT CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA0810001.
How does CITY OF CRESCENT CITY compare to other utilities in California?
CITY OF CRESCENT CITY scores 100/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.