Water System Report CA

City of Pittsburg

EPA ID: CA0710008 · 62,500 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — City of Pittsburg has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 62,500 residents.

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

B · 78
Avg Safety Score
62,500
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$572K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Pittsburg Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$95,035
Median Household Income
268,749
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Pittsburg serves a community with a median household income of $95,035 and an estimated 268,749 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Pittsburg's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate 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.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in California

B 2 violations
City of Hanford
62,127 people
A 6 violations
City of La Habra
63,118 people
A 0 violations
City of Porterville
63,164 people
B 5 violations
B 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,320
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $180
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

City of Pittsburg (EPA ID: CA0710008) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 62,500 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (78/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
94565 0.0011 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by CA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Pittsburg (CA0710008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Pittsburg water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Pittsburg serve?

City of Pittsburg serves approximately 62,500 people across 5 ZIP codes in California.

Where does City of Pittsburg get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
19,526
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 62,500
Reported to California

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Pittsburg safe to drink?
City of Pittsburg earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Pittsburg meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Pittsburg serve?
City of Pittsburg serves approximately 62,500 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is City of Pittsburg's water source?
City of Pittsburg draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Pittsburg's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Pittsburg's service area?
The City of Pittsburg service area has a median household income of $95,035. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Pittsburg get its water?
City of Pittsburg's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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