Historical Compliance Records CA

Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company

EPA ID: CA3700933 ยท 193 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company (CA3700933): 5 EPA violations in the last five years. Although 5 violations appeared on Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company's record, all have been remedied - currently compliant, 193 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

193
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$430K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,224
Median Household Income
1,410
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $68,224 and an estimated 1,410 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company'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

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

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

Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company (EPA ID: CA3700933) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 193 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 92086 in Warner Springs.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 5 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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 Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company (CA3700933) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company serve?

Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company serves approximately 193 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company serve?
Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company serves approximately 193 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company's water source?
Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company's service area?
The Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company service area has a median household income of $68,224. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company get its water?
Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company'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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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

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3

Contact your utility

Palomar Mountain Mutual Water Company (EPA ID: CA3700933) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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