Water Quality in Santa Cruz, CA (95062)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 95062.
Active Health Violations
14 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
35,607
Population
14
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
14
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Santa Cruz Water Department
Watsonville, City Of
Soquel Creek Water District
San Lorenzo Valley Water Dist
1 health-basedRiverview Mobile Home Estates
9 health-basedDavenport County Sanitation
Rountree Facility(Prev. Sheriff'S Rehab)
1 health-basedPond-Derosa Oaks Wc
1 health-basedJourney'S End Mobile Home Park
Western Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedPlaza Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedWoods, The (Mendocino)
Summerhill Mhp Ws
Loma Alta Water System
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Santa Cruz (95062) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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.