Feather Falls, CA Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Feather Falls: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Drilling into federal monitoring figures for Feather Falls in CA, the pattern is middle-of-the-road - some utilities have documented MCL exceedances or treatment technique violations in recent years, while others have operated without a single flag, making the city's grade a genuine average rather than a rounded-down high.
How Feather Falls Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Water Systems Serving Feather Falls
Because residential water in Feather Falls, CA flows primarily through a single utility, infrastructure decisions, rate-setting, and EPA compliance are all managed within one organizational structure. Federal records show 1 system active in the area, but one provider dominates the service landscape for most homes and apartments.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Feather Falls, California, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 297 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Feather Falls as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Feather Falls: C (66/100)
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
Feather Falls water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Feather Falls
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95940 | C | LAKE MADRONE WATER DISTRICT | 297 |
All ZIP Codes in Feather Falls
- 95940 [C]
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.
CDC Health Data for Feather Falls
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 You Can Do in Feather Falls
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Feather Falls, CA