D34/100
THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,017 people · California
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CA3500505
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.011 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2023 – May 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Maximum contaminant level violation
When: April 1, 2023 – October 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE
Is THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE water safe to drink?
THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE water receives a grade of D (34/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE have any EPA violations?
Yes, THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, TT, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE serve?
THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE serves approximately 1,017 people, California.
What type of water does THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE provide?
THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CA3500505.
How does THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE compare to other utilities in California?
THOUSAND TRAILS SAN BENITO PRESERVE scores 34/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our California state page for a full comparison of water systems.