Water System Report CA

Elkhorn Estates Water System

EPA ID: CA3900724 ยท 234 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Elkhorn Estates Water System (CA3900724): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Elkhorn Estates Water System - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 234 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

234
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$465K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Elkhorn Estates Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$106,056
Median Household Income
46,567
Service Area Population
55%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Elkhorn Estates Water System serves a community with a median household income of $106,056 and an estimated 46,567 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 55% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Elkhorn Estates Water System'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% 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. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,400

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 $3,400 (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

Elkhorn Estates Water System (EPA ID: CA3900724) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 234 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 95209 in Stockton.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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.

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 Elkhorn Estates Water System (CA3900724) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elkhorn Estates Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Elkhorn Estates Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Elkhorn Estates Water System serve?

Elkhorn Estates Water System serves approximately 234 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Elkhorn Estates Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Elkhorn Estates Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Elkhorn Estates Water System serve?
Elkhorn Estates Water System serves approximately 234 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Elkhorn Estates Water System's water source?
Elkhorn Estates Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Elkhorn Estates Water System's service area?
The Elkhorn Estates Water System service area has a median household income of $106,056. EPA EJScreen data classifies 55% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Elkhorn Estates Water System get its water?
Elkhorn Estates Water System'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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