Water System Report CA

Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual

EPA ID: CA2100579 · 36 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 36 residents.

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

36
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$1.1M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$166,875
Median Household Income
4,736
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual serves a community with a median household income of $166,875 and an estimated 4,736 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% 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

Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Marin 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

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 93% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,440
Water Filtration $60
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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.

System Overview

NICASIO VALLEY RANCH MUTUAL (EPA ID: CA2100579) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 36 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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 Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual (CA2100579) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual serve?

Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual serves approximately 36 people across 5 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual 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
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
12
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 36
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

Should I use a water filter?
Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual serve?
Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual serves approximately 36 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual's water source?
Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual's service area?
The Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual service area has a median household income of $166,875. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual get its water?
Nicasio Valley Ranch Mutual'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.
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