Water System Report CA

Redwood Terrace Mutual

EPA ID: CA4100510 · 56 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring history at Redwood Terrace Mutual shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 56 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

56
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$1.2M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Redwood Terrace Mutual Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$250,001
Median Household Income
1,745
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Redwood Terrace Mutual serves a community with a median household income of $250,001 and an estimated 1,745 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Redwood Terrace Mutual's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in San Mateo County, California rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

74 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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

Redwood Terrace Mutual (EPA ID: CA4100510) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 56 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 94020 in La Honda.

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 Redwood Terrace Mutual (CA4100510) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redwood Terrace Mutual water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Redwood Terrace Mutual serve?

Redwood Terrace Mutual serves approximately 56 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Redwood Terrace Mutual get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
17
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 56
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?
Redwood Terrace Mutual meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Redwood Terrace Mutual serve?
Redwood Terrace Mutual serves approximately 56 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Redwood Terrace Mutual's water source?
Redwood Terrace Mutual draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Redwood Terrace Mutual's service area?
The Redwood Terrace Mutual service area has a median household income of $250,001. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Redwood Terrace Mutual get its water?
Redwood Terrace Mutual's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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