Health Violations Found CA 6 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company

EPA ID: CA2000521 · 498 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Current EPA status: Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company, 8 open violations, 498 people served.

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

D · 54
Avg Safety Score
498
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$386K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 13 (2024) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$75,835
Median Household Income
7,742
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $75,835 and an estimated 7,742 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 51% 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

Broadview Terrace 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
27th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Madera 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

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 80% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 1028 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 4109 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Coliform (TCR) at 1 0 positive samples allowed in most monthly sets (Revised Total Coliform Rule) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0 positive samples allowed in most monthly sets (Revised Total Coliform Rule). Gastrointestinal illness; indicator of system failure or contamination. Consider chlorine disinfection filtration.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $19,278

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$14,640
10 years
$29,280
20 years
$58,560

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $29,280 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

BROADVIEW TERRACE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY (EPA ID: CA2000521) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 498 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (54/100)

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

Violation History

6 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 1028 Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Coliform (TCR) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 4109 Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 Yes
Contaminant 1028 Other Violation 1 Yes
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 4109 Other Violation 1 Yes
Coliform (TCR) Microbiological 1 Yes

Health Risk Details

Total Coliform Bacteria (EPA limit: 0 positive samples allowed in most monthly sets (Revised Total Coliform Rule))

Gastrointestinal illness; indicator of system failure or contamination At-risk groups: elderly, infants, immunocompromised individuals.

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Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
93644 0.0012 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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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 Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company (CA2000521) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company water safe to drink?

Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company has recorded 6 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 Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company serve?

Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company serves approximately 498 people across 3 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Broadview Terrace 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
176
Unknown Material
0
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 498
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 Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company safe to drink?
Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company has a D safety grade based on 10 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Contaminant 1028, Contaminant 4109. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company serve?
Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company serves approximately 498 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company's water source?
Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company's service area?
The Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company service area has a median household income of $75,835. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company get its water?
Broadview Terrace 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Broadview Terrace Mutual Water Company (EPA ID: CA2000521) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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