A93/100
CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 56,747 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3010069
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 FOUNTAIN VALLEY
Is CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY water safe to drink?
CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 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 FOUNTAIN VALLEY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY serve?
CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY serves approximately 56,747 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Fountain Valley.
What type of water does CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY provide?
CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY 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 CA3010069.
How does CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY compare to other utilities in California?
CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY scores 93/100 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.