Water System Report CA

Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d.

EPA ID: CA1210020 · 1,845 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,845 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

B · 81
Avg Safety Score
1,845
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.138 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$484K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$65,969
Median Household Income
42,125
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. serves a community with a median household income of $65,969 and an estimated 42,125 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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

Fieldbrook Glendale 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
Stable
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

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,125
Flood Insurance $900
Total Estimated Cost $2,025

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,780
10 years
$5,560
20 years
$11,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,025 (one-time) vs. $5,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. (EPA ID: CA1210020) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 1,845 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (81/100)

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
95550 0.138 mg/L Yes N/A
95525 0.0025 mg/L No N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. (CA1210020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. serve?

Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. serves approximately 1,845 people across 4 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Phone
1-800-426-4791
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.
Address
PO BOX 95 Eureka, CA 95502-0095

Contact information from Fieldbrook Glendale CSD Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Water Source & Treatment

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

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.
Disinfectant used
Chlorine
Treatment chemicals reported
chlorine

Source: Fieldbrook Glendale CSD Consumer Confidence Report.

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

Source water assessment from Fieldbrook Glendale CSD Consumer Confidence Report:
The HBMWD draws water from wells in the Mad River bed, providing natural filtration; classified as groundwater by CDPH.

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Standard
Disinfection plus one or more treatment additives — typically corrosion control, pH adjustment, or fluoridation. Standard regime for utilities serving treated municipal water.

Treatment chemicals and what each one does

Chemical names are reported verbatim by the utility. Purpose categories are ZipCheckup annotations based on standard drinking-water treatment practice.

Disinfectant
Inactivates bacteria, viruses, and parasites in the treated water.
chlorine

Watershed exposure sources reported

Land-use and natural conditions identified in the utility's source-water assessment as potential contamination sources upstream of treatment.

Sewage treatment plantsSeptic systemsLivestock operationsUrban stormwater runoffWastewater dischargesOil and gas productionMiningFarming

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from Fieldbrook Glendale CSD Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

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
263
Unknown Material
290
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,845
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 Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. safe to drink?
Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. 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?
Fieldbrook Glendale 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 Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. serve?
Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. serves approximately 1,845 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d.'s water source?
Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.138 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d.'s service area?
The Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. service area has a median household income of $65,969. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fieldbrook Glendale C.s.d. get its water?
Fieldbrook Glendale 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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