Carmichael, CA: 2 Violations — 82/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Carmichael hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in CA with few health-based violations on file.
How Carmichael Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Carmichael Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.31.
Carmichael's Water Providers
Carmichael, CA is covered by 3 major water utilities out of 5 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Carmichael, California (population ~63,052), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 524,577 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Carmichael: B (82/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Carmichael water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Carmichael
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95608 | B | 1 | 0 | Carmichael Water District |
| 95609 | A | 1 | 0 | Carmichael Water District |
All ZIP Codes in Carmichael
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Carmichael Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Carmichael's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Carmichael
Equity impact data for Carmichael lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Carmichael are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,000–$2,200 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 23% below the California average.
Carmichael: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Measured across the NFIP's multi-decade tracking period, Carmichael shows a moderate flood record — 95 claims and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone status. For water quality, that combination matters because flood events at this frequency can periodically stress infrastructure: treatment plants, private wells, and distribution systems all face elevated risk during significant flooding.
Carmichael has a moderate flood history with 95 FEMA claims averaging $6,359 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,500</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Carmichael, CA