C41/100
CITY OF SANGER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,357 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CA1010029
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 220.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
vanadium | 32.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
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 SANGER
Is CITY OF SANGER water safe to drink?
CITY OF SANGER water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF SANGER detected?
73 contaminants were tested in CITY OF SANGER's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, chlorate, vanadium. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF SANGER have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF SANGER has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF SANGER serve?
CITY OF SANGER serves approximately 26,357 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Sanger.
What type of water does CITY OF SANGER provide?
CITY OF SANGER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA1010029.
How does CITY OF SANGER compare to other utilities in California?
CITY OF SANGER scores 41/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.