Water System Report CA

Fisherman's Retreat

EPA ID: CA3301267 · 352 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Fisherman's Retreat has stayed completely violation-free for its 352 residents.

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

352
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$604K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 68% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 20 (2023) to 5 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fisherman's Retreat Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$97,796
Median Household Income
79,103
Service Area Population
42%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fisherman's Retreat serves a community with a median household income of $97,796 and an estimated 79,103 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 42% 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

Fisherman's Retreat'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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in San Bernardino County, California rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded. 6 exceed 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,400
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $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

Fisherman's Retreat (EPA ID: CA3301267) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 352 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 Fisherman's Retreat (CA3301267) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fisherman's Retreat water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Fisherman's Retreat has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Fisherman's Retreat serve?

Fisherman's Retreat serves approximately 352 people across 3 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Fisherman's Retreat get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Fisherman's Retreat meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fisherman's Retreat serve?
Fisherman's Retreat serves approximately 352 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Fisherman's Retreat's water source?
Fisherman's Retreat draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Fisherman's Retreat's service area?
The Fisherman's Retreat service area has a median household income of $97,796. EPA EJScreen data classifies 42% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fisherman's Retreat get its water?
Fisherman's Retreat'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.
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