Water Quality in El Centro, CA (92233)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 92233.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 73% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,836
Population
15
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
El Centro, City Of
Calexico, City Of
1 health-basedBrawley, City Of
All resolvedImperial, City Of
1 health-basedCalenergy (Vulcan Power Plant)
Sonny Bono Salton Sea Wildlife Refuge
Brandt Cattle
1 health-basedCalenergy (Administrative)
Earthrise Nutritionals, Llc
All resolvedHudson Ranch Power I Llc
1 health-basedCalenergy (Salton Sea Unit No Iii)
Calenergy (Leathers Pwr Plant)
Calenergy (Elmore Power Plant)
Calenergy (Eng. & Tech.)
Scwc, Niland
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
El Centro (92233) has more violations than 73% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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.