Water Quality in WASCO, CA (93280)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 93280.
17
Total Violations
16
Health-Based
1
Monitoring / Reporting
15
Resolved
What does this mean?
15 of 17 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 1 is a monitoring or reporting violation (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 (17 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 12 | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 13 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 13 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 12 | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 12 | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 12 | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 12 | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Health-Based | N/A | 11 | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Nitrate
01
Nitrate
01
Nitrate
01
2024(5)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Nitrate
01
Nitrate
01
Nitrate
01
How Does This Compare?
WASCO (93280) has 17 recorded violations, including 16 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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.