C53/100
ELSINORE VALLEY MWD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 169,455 people · California
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3310012
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 870.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 ELSINORE VALLEY MWD
Is ELSINORE VALLEY MWD water safe to drink?
ELSINORE VALLEY MWD water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ELSINORE VALLEY MWD detected?
76 contaminants were tested in ELSINORE VALLEY MWD's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELSINORE VALLEY MWD have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELSINORE VALLEY MWD has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does ELSINORE VALLEY MWD serve?
ELSINORE VALLEY MWD serves approximately 169,455 people, California.
What type of water does ELSINORE VALLEY MWD provide?
ELSINORE VALLEY MWD 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 CA3310012.
How does ELSINORE VALLEY MWD compare to other utilities in California?
ELSINORE VALLEY MWD scores 53/100 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.