Water System Report CA

Humboldt C.s.d.

EPA ID: CA1210009 · 19,807 people served · 8 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Humboldt C.s.d. has stayed completely violation-free for its 19,807 residents.

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

A · 88
Avg Safety Score
19,807
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00272 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$470K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Humboldt C.s.d. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$76,116
Median Household Income
74,340
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Humboldt C.s.d. serves a community with a median household income of $76,116 and an estimated 74,340 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Humboldt C.s.d.'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Humboldt County, California rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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 Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,650

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

Humboldt C.s.d. (EPA ID: CA1210009) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 19,807 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (88/100)

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
95551 0.00272 mg/L No N/A
95534 0.0018 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 7 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Humboldt C.s.d. (CA1210009) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Humboldt C.s.d. water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Humboldt C.s.d. has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Humboldt C.s.d. serve?

Humboldt C.s.d. serves approximately 19,807 people across 8 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Humboldt C.s.d. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Blended (groundwater + surface water)
Combines water from both groundwater and surface sources.

Source: Humboldt Community Services District Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

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
232

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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This water utility's lead service line (LSL) replacement program is tracked from public Consumer Confidence Report filings. Email signup notifies subscribers when the utility files an updated replacement plan or progress milestone.

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Humboldt Community Services District

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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
7,792
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 19,807
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 Humboldt C.s.d. safe to drink?
Humboldt C.s.d. earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Humboldt C.s.d. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Humboldt C.s.d. serve?
Humboldt C.s.d. serves approximately 19,807 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is Humboldt C.s.d.'s water source?
Humboldt C.s.d. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Humboldt C.s.d.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00272 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Humboldt C.s.d.'s service area?
The Humboldt C.s.d. service area has a median household income of $76,116. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Humboldt C.s.d. get its water?
Humboldt C.s.d.'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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