Water Quality in San Diego, CA (91916)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 91916.
Past Health-Based Violations
18 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There is also 1 monitoring/reporting violation.
More violations than 78% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,710
Population
14
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
18
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
San Diego, City Of
Helix Water District
Otay Water District
Sweetwater Authority
Oceanside, City Of
Escondido, City Of
Vista Irrigation District
Csp-Cuyamaca-Granite Springs
Caltrans Rest Stop
Cuyamaca Outdoor School
Descanso Junction
All resolvedStallion Oaks Ranch
Boulevard Pines Mobile Home And Rv Park
18 health-basedCuyamaca Sp - Hual-Cu-Cuish
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
San Diego (91916) has more violations than 78% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.