Phelan, CA Water Safety: 74/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Phelan, CA serve households with few reported safety events.
How Phelan Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Phelan Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.58.
Water Systems Serving Phelan
Phelan, CA draws its residential water from 3 separate providers among the 4 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Phelan, California (population ~21,678), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 177,113 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Phelan — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Phelan: B (74/100)
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
Phelan water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Phelan
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92329 | B | Phelan Pinon Hills Csd | 24,285 |
| 92371 | B | Phelan Pinon Hills Csd | 24,285 |
All ZIP Codes in Phelan
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 Phelan
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
Phelan: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Phelan, documented water and safety issues can be addressed without making a meaningful dent in home equity — the financial proportionality here is favorable, and the commitment fits within standard property planning frameworks.
Remediation costs in Phelan are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,700 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 52% below the California average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Phelan
Multiple flood events have been recorded for Phelan through the NFIP — 7 claims in total, with 50% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated zones — pointing to a flood exposure profile that merits inclusion in a water quality assessment without reaching high-severity planning territory.
Phelan has a moderate flood history with 7 FEMA claims averaging $11,218 per payout. 50% 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>$1,000</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.
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