Historical Compliance Records CA

Auburn Valley Community Service Dis

EPA ID: CA3100011 ยท 290 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Auburn Valley Community Service Dis (CA3100011): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Auburn Valley Community Service Dis filed 1 violation - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 290 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

290
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00297 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$635K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Auburn Valley Community Service Dis Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$108,200
Median Household Income
56,597
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
17%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Auburn Valley Community Service Dis serves a community with a median household income of $108,200 and an estimated 56,597 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Auburn Valley Community Service Dis'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

20 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 31% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Auburn Valley Community Service Dis 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.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 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†’

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

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Auburn Valley Community Service Dis (EPA ID: CA3100011) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 290 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 95648 in Lincoln.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Lead Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00297 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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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 Auburn Valley Community Service Dis (CA3100011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auburn Valley Community Service Dis water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Auburn Valley Community Service Dis; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Auburn Valley Community Service Dis serve?

Auburn Valley Community Service Dis serves approximately 290 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Auburn Valley Community Service Dis get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Auburn Valley Community Service Dis's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Auburn Valley Community Service Dis serve?
Auburn Valley Community Service Dis serves approximately 290 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Auburn Valley Community Service Dis's water source?
Auburn Valley Community Service Dis draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Auburn Valley Community Service Dis's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00297 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Auburn Valley Community Service Dis's service area?
The Auburn Valley Community Service Dis service area has a median household income of $108,200. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Auburn Valley Community Service Dis get its water?
Auburn Valley Community Service Dis'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Auburn Valley Community Service Dis (CA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca3100011/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Auburn Valley Community Service Dis (EPA ID: CA3100011) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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