C42/100
FIREBAUGH CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,096 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CA1010005
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 944.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2007.
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 FIREBAUGH CITY
Is FIREBAUGH CITY water safe to drink?
FIREBAUGH CITY water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FIREBAUGH CITY detected?
51 contaminants were tested in FIREBAUGH CITY's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FIREBAUGH CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FIREBAUGH CITY has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does FIREBAUGH CITY serve?
FIREBAUGH CITY serves approximately 8,096 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Firebaugh.
What type of water does FIREBAUGH CITY provide?
FIREBAUGH CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA1010005.
How does FIREBAUGH CITY compare to other utilities in California?
FIREBAUGH CITY scores 42/100 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.