C45/100
NUEVO WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,733 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3310026
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 410.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
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 NUEVO WATER COMPANY
Is NUEVO WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
NUEVO WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NUEVO WATER COMPANY detected?
54 contaminants were tested in NUEVO WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NUEVO WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NUEVO WATER COMPANY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does NUEVO WATER COMPANY serve?
NUEVO WATER COMPANY serves approximately 6,733 people, California.
What type of water does NUEVO WATER COMPANY provide?
NUEVO WATER COMPANY 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 CA3310026.
How does NUEVO WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in California?
NUEVO WATER COMPANY scores 45/100 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.