Trona, CA Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Trona, CA: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Trona Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Trona Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.0011 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.58.
Water Systems Serving Trona
Most residential addresses in Trona, CA are served by a single water utility — the dominant system among the 1 provider tracked in federal data.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Trona, California, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,822 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Trona — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Trona: B (83/100)
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
Trona water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0011 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.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93562 | B | Searles Valley Minerals Operations Inc. | 1,818 |
| 93592 | B | Searles Valley Minerals Operations Inc. | 1,818 |
All ZIP Codes in Trona
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 Trona
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
Trona: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Remediation costs in Trona are small relative to typical property values — the cost-to-value ratio here is favorable.
Remediation costs in Trona are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 92% below the California average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Trona
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 Trona 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.
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