Water System Report CA

Heavenly Oaks

EPA ID: CA3700071 · 300 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Heavenly Oaks: clean, five years, 300 residents.

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

300
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 91% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 4 (2023) to 4 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Heavenly Oaks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$105,603
Median Household Income
59,739
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Heavenly Oaks serves a community with a median household income of $105,603 and an estimated 59,739 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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

Heavenly Oaks'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in San Diego 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

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. 1 detection 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Water Filtration $600
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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 $1,450 (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

Heavenly Oaks (EPA ID: CA3700071) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 300 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Heavenly Oaks (CA3700071) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heavenly Oaks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Heavenly Oaks serve?

Heavenly Oaks serves approximately 300 people across 2 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Heavenly Oaks 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
108
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 300
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?
Heavenly Oaks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Heavenly Oaks serve?
Heavenly Oaks serves approximately 300 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Heavenly Oaks's water source?
Heavenly Oaks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Heavenly Oaks's service area?
The Heavenly Oaks service area has a median household income of $105,603. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Heavenly Oaks get its water?
Heavenly Oaks'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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