Water System Report CA

Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls

EPA ID: CA1910200 ยท 1,437 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls (CA1910200): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring - Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls 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 1,437 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,437
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$739K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$101,247
Median Household Income
113,551
Service Area Population
49%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
82%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls serves a community with a median household income of $101,247 and an estimated 113,551 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 21 detections recorded. 7 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Guadalupe Valley Mid
1,472 people
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1,400 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $900
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls (EPA ID: CA1910200) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 1,437 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls (CA1910200) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls serve?

Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls serves approximately 1,437 people across 4 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls serve?
Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls serves approximately 1,437 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls's water source?
Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls's service area?
The Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls service area has a median household income of $101,247. EPA EJScreen data classifies 49% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls get its water?
Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Suburban Water Systems-covina Knolls Water Report, CA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca1910200/
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