Camp Pendleton (north)
EPA ID: CA3710700 · 12,651 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Camp Pendleton (north) (CA3710700): 1 violation on record since 2021. Past violations at Camp Pendleton (north) total 1, all marked resolved; it supplies 12,651 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Camp Pendleton (north) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Camp Pendleton (north) have a median household income of $91,235 and about 97,840 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Camp Pendleton (north)'s water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 2 detections recorded.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
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
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 | Revised Total Coliform 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 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 | 2025-12-31 |
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 available EPA compliance records 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
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Camp Pendleton (north) (CA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca3710700/
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