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March Air Reserve Base, CA: PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 75/100
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Eastern Municipal Water District)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 92518 in March Air Reserve Base, CA contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0028 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
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This report sorts findings for 92518 in March Air Reserve Base into two severity tiers using its own criteria: lead above the EPA action level, unresolved violations on record or a PFAS result above the level of an EPA PFAS maximum contaminant level (enforced from 2029) for the critical tier, and a PFAS detection or elevated carbon monoxide risk for the high-priority tier. In the available data, the high-priority tier holds 1 and the critical tier hold none; each card below describes one finding.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 75/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (8) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 92518 in March Air Reserve Base, California is mapped to the water system Eastern Municipal Water District (EPA ID: CA3310009). This system provides water to approximately 666,581 people from surface water sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Municipal Water District | CA3310009 | 666,581 | Surface water |
| Western Mwd | CA3310049 | 86,062 | Surface water |
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Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Eastern Municipal Water District (CA3310009) on EPA.gov.
3 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 92518.
Detected compounds: PFPeA, PFHxS, PFBS.
Highest measured level: 0.0047 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (10) CRITICAL
Home & Infrastructure (6) HIGH
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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The median home in 92518 was built around 1988. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 92518 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 92518 (primary system: Eastern Municipal Water District), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 92518's water come from?
The recorded water source for Eastern Municipal Water District, a system mapped to ZIP code 92518, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 666,581 people.
How does March Air Reserve Base water compare to the national average?
March Air Reserve Base's Home Safety Score ranks better than 51% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 66% of ZIP codes within California.
How can I get my water tested in March Air Reserve Base?
If Eastern Municipal Water District supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 92518 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 92518 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0028 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 92518?
92518 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Riverside County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 92518's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 92518. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). March Air Reserve Base, CA: PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 75/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/92518/
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Page version: October 2026.
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| 92519 | Riverside, CA | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 92521 | Riverside, CA | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 92522 | Riverside, CA | <1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 92506 | Riverside, CA | 1.3 mi | B | 0 |
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