Montgomery Creek, CA Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Montgomery Creek: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
The systems supplying Montgomery Creek vary in performance across CA benchmarks - most meet minimum federal standards, but documented violations in select areas are on record.
How Montgomery Creek Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Facts for Montgomery Creek Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 47% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 13 - above typical levels.
Montgomery Creek's Water Providers
Federal records list 1 water system serving Montgomery Creek, CA. One provider accounts for the large majority of residential water connections in the area, concentrating infrastructure and compliance accountability.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Montgomery Creek, California (population ~346), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,154 people region-wide.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Montgomery Creek as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Montgomery Creek: 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
Montgomery Creek water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Montgomery Creek
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96065 | C | BURNEY WATER DISTRICT | 3,154 |
All ZIP Codes in Montgomery Creek
- 96065 [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.
Montgomery Creek 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
Montgomery Creek Infrastructure Age
With 47% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Roughly balanced between older and newer construction, Montgomery Creek shows a median build year of 1981 - a mid-range figure that places meaningful amounts of the residential inventory on both sides of the 1986 federal plumbing-solder ban.
Most homes in Montgomery Creek were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Montgomery Creek: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Older interior plumbing shapes the local picture: 47% of Montgomery Creek homes predate the federal solder ban, and aggregate sampling either approaches or crosses the action benchmark. That mix makes a single-home draw a standard pre-purchase or pre-occupancy step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Montgomery Creek
- 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. With 47% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Montgomery Creek, CA