A100/100
PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 89,544 people · California
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3110025
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 270.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL
Is PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL water safe to drink?
PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL water receives a grade of A (100/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL have any EPA violations?
No, PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL serve?
PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL serves approximately 89,544 people, California.
What type of water does PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL provide?
PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CA3110025.
How does PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL compare to other utilities in California?
PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL scores 100/100 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.