Water Quality in San Diego, CA (92086)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 92086.
Past Health-Based Violations
17 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 3 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,406
Population
17
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
17
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
San Diego, City Of
Helix Water District
Otay Water District
Sweetwater Authority
Oceanside, City Of
Escondido, City Of
Vista Irrigation District
Warner Unified School District
17 health-basedLos Tules Mutual Water Company
Usn Fasotragrupac
Los Coyotes
All resolvedIndian Flats Campground
Narconon Southern California
Sunshine Summit General Store
Crocker Family Trust
Rd S Log Cabin
Puerta La Cruz Cc #14
All resolvedContaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
San Diego (92086) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
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.