Water Quality in Santa Cruz, CA (95003)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 95003.
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 36% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
24,951
Population
21
Water Systems
2
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Santa Cruz Water Department
Watsonville, City Of
Soquel Creek Water District
San Lorenzo Valley Water Dist
1 health-basedCabrillo College
Twin Lakes State Beach
Seacliff State Beach
Manresa State Beach
Natural Bridge S.P. Beach
Trout Gulch Mutual Water Company
New Brigton State Beach
Puresource Water, Inc
Pine Hill Mobile Home Park
Pine Tree Lane Mutual Water Co
Cathedral Hills Mwc, Inc
Camp St Francis
Bluff Residents Water
Emerald City Mutual Water Co
Csp Wilder Ranch State Park
Emerald Valley Mutual
Haydon Family Farm & Park
Contaminants Found
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Santa Cruz (95003) has more violations than 36% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 2.
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.