Water System Report CA

Colonia Santa Maria

EPA ID: CA0707517 · 32 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Colonia Santa Maria has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 32 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

32
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$794K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 74% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 4 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Colonia Santa Maria Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$139,736
Median Household Income
68,160
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
17%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Colonia Santa Maria serves a community with a median household income of $139,736 and an estimated 68,160 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Colonia Santa Maria's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Contra Costa County, California rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

19 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
46 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 29% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Colonia Santa Maria (EPA ID: CA0707517) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 32 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 94513 in Brentwood.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Colonia Santa Maria (CA0707517) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colonia Santa Maria water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Colonia Santa Maria has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Colonia Santa Maria serve?

Colonia Santa Maria serves approximately 32 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Colonia Santa Maria get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Colonia Santa Maria meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Colonia Santa Maria serve?
Colonia Santa Maria serves approximately 32 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Colonia Santa Maria's water source?
Colonia Santa Maria draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Colonia Santa Maria's service area?
The Colonia Santa Maria service area has a median household income of $139,736. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Colonia Santa Maria get its water?
Colonia Santa Maria's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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