Water Quality in CARMEL, CA (93923)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 93923.
39
Total Violations
30
Health-Based
9
Monitoring / Reporting
37
Resolved
What does this mean?
37 of 39 violations have been resolved. 30 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 9 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 (39 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, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Fluoride | Health-Based | N/A | 2.2 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Fluoride | Health-Based | N/A | 2.2 | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(2)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
2022(15)
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
Fluoride
02
How Does This Compare?
CARMEL (93923) has 39 recorded violations, including 30 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
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