Water Quality in RICHGROVE, CA (93261)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 93261.

Total Violations

Health-Based

Monitoring / Reporting

Resolved

What does this mean?

45 of 47 violations have been resolved. 1 is a health-based violation, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 46 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.

Water systems: 6 Population served: 2,459

Violations Detail (47 total)

Contaminant	Category	MCL Limit	Measured	Date	Status	Health Effects
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Oct 16, 2024	Active	N/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 16, 2024	Active	N/A
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
LASSO	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Heptachlor	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Barium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Increase in blood pressure
Cadmium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Kidney damage
Fluoride	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
Nitrite	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Selenium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems
Antimony, Total	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Thallium, Total	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Endrin	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Pentachlorophenol	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Toxaphene	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Dalapon	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Endothall	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Picloram	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Carbofuran	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Heptachlor epoxide	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
2,3,7,8-TCDD	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
HEXACHLOROBENZENE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
2,4,5-TP	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
OXAMYL	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Chlordane	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Beryllium, Total	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Arsenic	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Mercury	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Kidney damage
Atrazine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems
Benzo(a)pyrene	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Dinoseb	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Glyphosate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Chromium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	Allergic dermatitis
BHC-GAMMA	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Diquat	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
2,4-D	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Nickel	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Simazine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Methoxychlor	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 29, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A

Violation Timeline

2024(2)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

Oct 16Active

2023(1)

Nitrate

Dec 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

RICHGROVE (93261) has 47 recorded violations, including 1 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. 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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.