A91/100
NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,273 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA4300997
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER
Is NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER water safe to drink?
NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 34 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER detected?
34 contaminants were tested in NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER have any EPA violations?
Yes, NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER serve?
NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER serves approximately 16,273 people, California.
What type of water does NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER provide?
NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CA4300997.
How does NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER compare to other utilities in California?
NASA AMES RESEARCH CENTER scores 91/100 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.