Water Quality in IRVINE, CA (92612)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 92612.
20
Total Violations
18
Health-Based
2
Monitoring / Reporting
20
Resolved
What does this mean?
20 of 20 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 2 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (20 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 150 | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 140 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 190 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 400 | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 180 | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 180 | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 260 | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 270 | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 270 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Selenium | Health-Based | N/A | 140 | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Selenium
01
Selenium
01
2024(4)
Selenium
01
Selenium
01
Selenium
01
Selenium
01
How Does This Compare?
IRVINE (92612) has 20 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.