Water System Report CA

Gold Mountain Csd

EPA ID: CA3205003 · 135 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over five tracked years, Gold Mountain Csd has stayed completely violation-free for its 135 residents.

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

135
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$239K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 87% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Gold Mountain Csd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$52,096
Median Household Income
4,492
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gold Mountain Csd serves a community with a median household income of $52,096 and an estimated 4,492 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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

Gold Mountain Csd'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
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Plumas 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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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 Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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.

System Overview

Gold Mountain Csd (EPA ID: CA3205003) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 135 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 96122 in Portola.

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 Gold Mountain Csd (CA3205003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gold Mountain Csd water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Gold Mountain Csd has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Gold Mountain Csd serve?

Gold Mountain Csd serves approximately 135 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Gold Mountain Csd get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Gold Mountain Csd meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Gold Mountain Csd serve?
Gold Mountain Csd serves approximately 135 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Gold Mountain Csd's water source?
Gold Mountain Csd draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Gold Mountain Csd's service area?
The Gold Mountain Csd service area has a median household income of $52,096. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Gold Mountain Csd get its water?
Gold Mountain Csd'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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