Monitoring Violations CA

North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company

EPA ID: CA1400072 · 70 people served · 2 ZIP codes

North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company's current EPA file includes 1 unresolved violation — every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 70 residents across its service territory.

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

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
70
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0007 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$49,635
Median Household Income
1,415
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $49,635 and an estimated 1,415 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% 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

North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Inyo 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

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

NORTH LONE PINE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY (EPA ID: CA1400072) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 70 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
93545 0.0007 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company (CA1400072) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company water safe to drink?

North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company serve?

North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company serves approximately 70 people across 2 ZIP codes in California.

Where does North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
35
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 70
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 North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company safe to drink?
North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company serve?
North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company serves approximately 70 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company's water source?
North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0007 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company's service area?
The North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company service area has a median household income of $49,635. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company get its water?
North Lone Pine Mutual Water Company'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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