Water Quality in Santa Maria, CA (93463)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 93463.
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.
8,130
Population
19
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
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 resolvedSolvang Water Division
All resolvedLos Prietos Complex
Usfs - Wheeler Gorge Campground
All resolvedRancho Marcelino Water
The Ranch Church
Flag Is Up Farms
Rusack Vineyards
Firestone Vineyard
Walking M Ranches
Chalk Hill Estates Hoa
Mesa Hills Mutual Water Company
Usfs - Chuchupate Ranger Station
1 health-basedFoley Estates Winery
Chalk Hill Mwc
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Santa Maria (93463) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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.