Whiskeytown, CA Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
How does Whiskeytown tap water hold up under EPA scrutiny? Above average for CA — documented violations are uncommon and the safety grade reflects a clean overall record.
How Whiskeytown Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Whiskeytown Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.63 — above typical levels.
Whiskeytown's Water Providers
Across most of Whiskeytown, CA, residential water comes from a single utility. That provider sets rates, manages infrastructure maintenance, and files compliance reports with the EPA on behalf of the households it serves. Federal tracking data shows 1 system on record, but one carries the bulk of the service load.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Whiskeytown, California, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,069 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Whiskeytown — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Whiskeytown: B (73/100)
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
Whiskeytown water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Whiskeytown
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96095 | B | SHASTA C.S.D. | 3,069 |
All ZIP Codes in Whiskeytown
- 96095 [B]
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.
Whiskeytown 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
Whiskeytown: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Multiple flood events have been recorded for Whiskeytown through the NFIP — 1 claim in total, with 100% 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.
Whiskeytown has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims. 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>$1,800</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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