Water Quality in Santa Maria, CA (93455)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 93455.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
44,611
Population
18
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
City Of Santa Maria Utilities Department
City Of Santa Barbara Water Department
Goleta Water District
Lompoc-City Water Utility Div
Golden State Water Company - Orcutt
All resolvedNojoqui Falls County Park
Rancho Maria Golf Course
Jalama Beach Park
All resolvedArctic Cold
Holly Sugar Corporation - Inactive
Sisquoc
Las Colinas Road & Water Assn
Rolling Hills Mutual Water Company
1 health-basedPacific Coast Energy Company
Ray Water Company
Marborg Industries
Stern Water System
Badlands Industrial Complex
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Santa Maria (93455) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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.