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Sierra Lakes County Water District

EPA ID: CA3110017 ยท 824 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sierra Lakes County Water District (CA3110017): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Sierra Lakes County Water District has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 824.

Data: EPA SDWIS

824
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$1.5M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sierra Lakes County Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$114,145
Median Household Income
1,120
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sierra Lakes County Water District serves a community with a median household income of $114,145 and an estimated 1,120 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Sierra Lakes County Water District'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% 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 Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Sierra Lakes County Water District (EPA ID: CA3110017) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 824 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 96146 in Olympic Valley.

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
0.003 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 Sierra Lakes County Water District (CA3110017) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sierra Lakes County Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sierra Lakes County Water District 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 Sierra Lakes County Water District serve?

Sierra Lakes County Water District serves approximately 824 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Sierra Lakes County Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sierra Lakes County Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sierra Lakes County Water District serve?
Sierra Lakes County Water District serves approximately 824 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sierra Lakes County Water District's water source?
Sierra Lakes County Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sierra Lakes County Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sierra Lakes County Water District's service area?
The Sierra Lakes County Water District service area has a median household income of $114,145. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sierra Lakes County Water District get its water?
Sierra Lakes County Water District'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sierra Lakes County Water District Water Quality Report, CA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca3110017/
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