Water System Report CA

Palm Springs Crest

EPA ID: CA3310081 · 399 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Palm Springs Crest shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 399 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

399
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$194K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Palm Springs Crest Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,247
Median Household Income
49,542
Service Area Population
44%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Palm Springs Crest serves a community with a median household income of $48,247 and an estimated 49,542 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Palm Springs Crest'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
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Riverside 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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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

Palm Springs Crest (EPA ID: CA3310081) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 399 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

  • 92240 — Desert Hot Springs
  • 92241 — Desert Hot Springs

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Palm Springs Crest (CA3310081) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palm Springs Crest water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Palm Springs Crest has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Palm Springs Crest serve?

Palm Springs Crest serves approximately 399 people across 2 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Palm Springs Crest get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
181
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 399
Reported to California

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Palm Springs Crest meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Palm Springs Crest serve?
Palm Springs Crest serves approximately 399 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Palm Springs Crest's water source?
Palm Springs Crest draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Palm Springs Crest's service area?
The Palm Springs Crest service area has a median household income of $48,247. EPA EJScreen data classifies 44% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Palm Springs Crest get its water?
Palm Springs Crest'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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