A87/100
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 201,000 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3010053
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
1,4-dioxane | 1.18 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2005.
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 HUNTINGTON BEACH
Is CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH water safe to drink?
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, 1,4-dioxane. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH serve?
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH serves approximately 201,000 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Huntington Beach.
What type of water does CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH provide?
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH 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 CA3010053.
How does CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH compare to other utilities in California?
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH scores 87/100 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.