A88/100
SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 40,809 people · California
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CA4410017
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 600.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/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 SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT
Is SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT serve?
SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 40,809 people, California.
What type of water does SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT provide?
SOQUEL CREEK 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 CA4410017.
How does SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in California?
SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT 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.