Scotts Valley, CA: 2 Health Violations — 77/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 11 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Scotts Valley hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in CA with few health-based violations on file.
How Scotts Valley Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Scotts Valley Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0013 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,450 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.85.
Water Systems Serving Scotts Valley
3 independent water providers serve Scotts Valley, CA — 11 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Scotts Valley, California (population ~15,369), covering 11 community water systems serving approximately 135,572 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Scotts Valley: B (77/100)
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
Scotts Valley water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0013 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 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.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 3 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95066 | B | 4 | 1 | Scotts Valley Water District |
| 95067 | B | 4 | 1 | Scotts Valley Water District |
All ZIP Codes in Scotts Valley
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 Scotts Valley
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Scotts Valley
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Scotts Valley: Remediation Cost in Perspective
At current valuations, Scotts Valley sits in the low remediation-share tier — the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.
Remediation costs in Scotts Valley are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,300–$3,950 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 51% above the California average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Scotts Valley
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.
Lead risk in Scotts Valley appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Scotts Valley
Flood risk in Scotts Valley occupies the middle ground: 38 NFIP claims and 100% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Scotts Valley has a moderate flood history with 38 FEMA claims averaging $14,888 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>$2,450</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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