Water Quality in Placerville, CA (95461)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 95461.
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 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,422
Population
22
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
El Dorado Irrigation District
Callayomi County Water District
1 health-basedMiddletown Rancheria Community Water System
1 health-basedHarbin Hot Springs
1 health-basedAnderson Springs Csd
Howard Hot Springs
Calpine (Geysers Administration Center)
Shepard'S Inn
Fritz'S Place
Horne Vineyards
Lazy S Mobile Ranch
3 health-basedHilltop Recovery Center
Oneness Institute
Langtry Farms
Mountain Of Attention Water
All resolvedCalpine (West Field Office)
Gunning Creek Adventures
Little Cowpoke Cafe
Four Springs Seminars
Royal Oaks Mobile Village
Whispering Pines Water Co.
Sawdust Trails Ranch
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Placerville (95461) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.