Water Quality in Portola, CA (96122)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 96122.
Active Health Violations
7 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 78% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,447
Population
20
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
City Of Portola
Grizzly Lake Csd-Delleker
5 health-basedGrizzly Creek Ranch Snj
1 health-basedGreenhorn Creek Csd
Grizzly Lake Csd-Crocker/Welch
All resolvedWaltons Grizzly Lodge
Gold Mountain Csd
1 health-basedFloriston Water System
All resolvedGrizzly Ranch Csd
Chalet View Lodge
J&J Grizzly Resort
Sierra Christian Church
Dream Catcher Campground
All resolvedPlumas Sierra Rural Electric Portola
Old West Saloon & Dinner House
Sendero Ranch
Sleepy Pines Motel
Grizzly Creek Cg, Plumas Nf
Sleepy Hollow Rv & Mhp
White Sulfur Springs 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: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Portola (96122) has more violations than 78% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
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.