Water System Report CA

Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest

EPA ID: CA1910241 ยท 1,619 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest (CA1910241): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 1,619 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,619
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$2.0M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$221,451
Median Household Income
20,094
Service Area Population
49%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest serves a community with a median household income of $221,451 and an estimated 20,094 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.

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

Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest'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

73 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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

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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 $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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 $2,800 (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

Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest (EPA ID: CA1910241) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 1,619 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 91011 in La Canada Flintridge.

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
0.0018 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.

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

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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.

  • 91011 - La Canada Flintridge

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest (CA1910241) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest 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 Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest serve?

Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest serves approximately 1,619 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest serve?
Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest serves approximately 1,619 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest's water source?
Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest's service area?
The Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest service area has a median household income of $221,451. EPA EJScreen data classifies 49% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest get its water?
Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest'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.). Liberty Utilities - Mesa Crest Water Quality Report, CA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca1910241/
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