Historical Compliance Records CA

Camp Pendleton (north)

EPA ID: CA3710700 ยท 12,651 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Camp Pendleton (north) (CA3710700): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Since the flagged events, Camp Pendleton (north) resolved all 1 violation - compliant today, 12,651 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

12,651
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$925K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Camp Pendleton (north) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$91,235
Median Household Income
97,840
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
37th
Poverty Percentile
17th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Camp Pendleton (north) serves a community with a median household income of $91,235 and an estimated 97,840 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Camp Pendleton (north)'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
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
33th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Camp Pendleton (north) compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Lindsay
12,659 people
C 39 violations
B 0 violations
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Big Bear City Csd
12,738 people
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City of Dixon
12,540 people
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $967

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $967 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Camp Pendleton (north) (EPA ID: CA3710700) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 12,651 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
January 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00005 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.

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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 Camp Pendleton (north) (CA3710700) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camp Pendleton (north) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Camp Pendleton (north); its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Camp Pendleton (north) serve?

Camp Pendleton (north) serves approximately 12,651 people across 3 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Camp Pendleton (north) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Camp Pendleton (north)'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 Camp Pendleton (north) serve?
Camp Pendleton (north) serves approximately 12,651 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Camp Pendleton (north)'s water source?
Camp Pendleton (north) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Camp Pendleton (north)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Camp Pendleton (north)'s service area?
The Camp Pendleton (north) service area has a median household income of $91,235. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Camp Pendleton (north) get its water?
Camp Pendleton (north)'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.). Camp Pendleton (north) (CA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca3710700/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Camp Pendleton (north) (EPA ID: CA3710700) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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