B68/100
SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 194,444 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA3410001
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 420.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT
Is SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT serve?
SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 194,444 people, California.
What type of water does SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT provide?
SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT 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 CA3410001.
How does SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in California?
SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT scores 68/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.