Water System Report CA

Rubidoux Community Sd

EPA ID: CA3310044 ยท 36,827 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Rubidoux Community Sd (CA3310044): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Rubidoux Community Sd carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 36,827 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

36,827
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$501K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Rubidoux Community Sd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$95,218
Median Household Income
80,149
Service Area Population
44%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Rubidoux Community Sd serves a community with a median household income of $95,218 and an estimated 80,149 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 44% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Rubidoux Community Sd'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
30th
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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded.

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
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:

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 $2,100 (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

Rubidoux Community Sd (EPA ID: CA3310044) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 36,827 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 92509 in Riverside.

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
0.0016 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 Rubidoux Community Sd (CA3310044) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rubidoux Community Sd water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Rubidoux Community Sd 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 Rubidoux Community Sd serve?

Rubidoux Community Sd serves approximately 36,827 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Rubidoux Community Sd get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
7
Latest sample
3/22/2024
Highest analyte
PFPeA: 28 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFPeA 28 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 22 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 8.2 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Rubidoux Community Sd meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Rubidoux Community Sd serve?
Rubidoux Community Sd serves approximately 36,827 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Rubidoux Community Sd's water source?
Rubidoux Community Sd draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Rubidoux Community Sd's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Rubidoux Community Sd's service area?
The Rubidoux Community Sd service area has a median household income of $95,218. EPA EJScreen data classifies 44% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Rubidoux Community Sd get its water?
Rubidoux Community Sd'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.). Rubidoux Community Sd, CA: Serves 37K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca3310044/
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