Water Quality in Santa Cruz, CA (95006)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 95006.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations 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 73% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,561
Population
20
Water Systems
15
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Santa Cruz Water Department
Watsonville, City Of
Soquel Creek Water District
San Lorenzo Valley Water Dist
1 health-basedSlvwd - Felton Water System
1 health-basedCamping Unlimited - Deac
Forest Springs
All resolvedManana Woods
San Lorenzo Woods
Park Mutual Water Company
Little Basin Campground
Camp Hammer
New Solutions Construction Water System
All resolvedRamona Woods Water Association
Camp Lindblad
Bracken Brae Country Club
1 health-basedRidgeview Estates Mwc
All resolvedJ B Ranch Mwc
D Higgins & A Lindemeyer
Slvwd-Lompico
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Santa Cruz (95006) has more violations than 73% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 15.
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.