Water Quality in El Centro, CA (92283)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 92283.
Active Health Violations
5 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,732
Population
26
Water Systems
62
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
El Centro, City Of
Calexico, City Of
1 health-basedBrawley, City Of
All resolvedImperial, City Of
1 health-basedQuechan Casino Resort
1 health-basedWinterhaven Wd
San Pasqual School
Winterhaven County Water District
1 health-basedUsphs-East Cocopah Reservation
Chemgold, Inc. Picacho Mine
Usphs-West Cocopah Reservation
Sans End Rv Park
Salamander Trailer Park
All resolvedGordon'S Well Park # 2
All resolvedGordon'S Well #1
All resolvedGold Rock Ranch
1 health-basedCenter Of The World
All resolvedL & G Trailer Park
Christian Service Center Of Senator Wash
All resolvedSidewinder Chevron
All resolvedVee'S Trailer Park
Duner'S Diner
All resolvedPicacho State Park
Ross Corner
Winterhaven Chp
Sidewinder Platform Scale - Chp
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
El Centro (92283) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 62.
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
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.