A88/100
NEEDLES, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,766 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CA3610032
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 NEEDLES, CITY OF
Is NEEDLES, CITY OF water safe to drink?
NEEDLES, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NEEDLES, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NEEDLES, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEEDLES, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEEDLES, CITY OF has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NEEDLES, CITY OF serve?
NEEDLES, CITY OF serves approximately 8,766 people, California. The system provides water to 1 community: Needles.
What type of water does NEEDLES, CITY OF provide?
NEEDLES, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA3610032.
How does NEEDLES, CITY OF compare to other utilities in California?
NEEDLES, CITY OF scores 88/100 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.