B72/100
CITY OF REDDING — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 89,628 people · California
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA4510005
Violations
5
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 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 CITY OF REDDING
Is CITY OF REDDING water safe to drink?
CITY OF REDDING water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. 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 REDDING detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF REDDING's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF REDDING have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF REDDING has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF REDDING serve?
CITY OF REDDING serves approximately 89,628 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Redding.
What type of water does CITY OF REDDING provide?
CITY OF REDDING sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CA4510005.
How does CITY OF REDDING compare to other utilities in California?
CITY OF REDDING scores 72/100 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.