A84/100
CWSC SALINAS HILLS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,293 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
CA2710012
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.56 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1985.
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 CWSC SALINAS HILLS
Is CWSC SALINAS HILLS water safe to drink?
CWSC SALINAS HILLS water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CWSC SALINAS HILLS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in CWSC SALINAS HILLS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CWSC SALINAS HILLS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CWSC SALINAS HILLS has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1985. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CWSC SALINAS HILLS serve?
CWSC SALINAS HILLS serves approximately 5,293 people, California.
What type of water does CWSC SALINAS HILLS provide?
CWSC SALINAS HILLS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA2710012.
How does CWSC SALINAS HILLS compare to other utilities in California?
CWSC SALINAS HILLS scores 84/100 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.