B76/100
DESERT WATER AGENCY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 74,807 people · California
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3310005
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 DESERT WATER AGENCY
Is DESERT WATER AGENCY water safe to drink?
DESERT WATER AGENCY water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DESERT WATER AGENCY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in DESERT WATER AGENCY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does DESERT WATER AGENCY have any EPA violations?
Yes, DESERT WATER AGENCY has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does DESERT WATER AGENCY serve?
DESERT WATER AGENCY serves approximately 74,807 people, California.
What type of water does DESERT WATER AGENCY provide?
DESERT WATER AGENCY 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 CA3310005.
How does DESERT WATER AGENCY compare to other utilities in California?
DESERT WATER AGENCY scores 76/100 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.