Water Quality in Santa Cruz, CA (95060)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 95060.
Active Health Violations
6 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 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
46,268
Population
24
Water Systems
24
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Santa Cruz Water Department
Watsonville, City Of
Soquel Creek Water District
San Lorenzo Valley Water Dist
1 health-basedCsp - Sunset State Beach
Loch Lomond Water System
Place De Mer Csa 2
Santa Cruz Waldorf School
La Madrona Athletic Club
Bonny Doon School
All resolvedBosch Baha'I School
Ben Lomond Conservation Camp
3 health-basedSand Dollar Beach Csa 5
Ben Lomond
Ben Lomond Youth Conservation
Pogonip Polo Club
Lockheed Martin Space Systems
2 health-basedLoch Lomond Rec Area Santa Cruz Wd
Deming Stout
Sunny Acres Mwc
Salinas Rd Ws #14
Qlora-Spence Rd Ws
All resolvedFernbrook Woods Mwc (Ssws)
Paradise Park Masonic Club
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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 Cruz (95060) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 24.
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
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.