Health Violations Found CA 19 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Spv Water Company

EPA ID: CA1907028 · 211 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 20 violations at Spv Water Company remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 211 residents.

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

F · 35
Avg Safety Score
211
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0096 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$803K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 9 (2022) to 9 (2025). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Spv Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$146,706
Median Household Income
83,693
Service Area Population
49%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Spv Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $146,706 and an estimated 83,693 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 49% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Spv 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Los Angeles 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Spv Water Company compares to EPA limits

Barium 18 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 18 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 24 detections recorded. 6 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 6 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.0051 ppt, PFOS: 0.0065 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in California

Oak Trail Estates
211 people
0 violations
Ironwood Camp
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D 11 violations
Olivet University
212 people
0 violations
Camino Mobilehome
210 people
0 violations
B 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $450
PFAS Treatment $450
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $40,150

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$27,740
10 years
$55,480
20 years
$110,960

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,500 (one-time) vs. $55,480 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

Spv Water Company (EPA ID: CA1907028) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 211 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: F (35/100)

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

Violation History

19 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 20 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 18 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
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
91385 0.0096 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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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 Spv Water Company (CA1907028) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spv Water Company water safe to drink?

Spv Water Company has recorded 19 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Spv Water Company serve?

Spv Water Company serves approximately 211 people across 4 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Spv 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
73
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: 211
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Spv Water Company safe to drink?
Spv Water Company has a F safety grade based on 21 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Spv Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Stage 2 DBP Rule, 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 3 contaminants 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 Spv Water Company serve?
Spv Water Company serves approximately 211 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Spv Water Company's water source?
Spv Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Spv Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0096 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Spv Water Company's service area?
The Spv Water Company service area has a median household income of $146,706. EPA EJScreen data classifies 49% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Spv Water Company get its water?
Spv 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Spv Water Company (EPA ID: CA1907028) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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