F0/100
HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,347 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
CA3610112
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.023 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.015 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT
Is HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT water safe to drink?
HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, PFHxS. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT serve?
HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT serves approximately 6,347 people, California.
What type of water does HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT provide?
HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA3610112.
How does HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT compare to other utilities in California?
HELENDALE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.