Water System Report CA

Downtown Graton Mutual Water System

EPA ID: CA4901246 · 115 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Downtown Graton Mutual Water System has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 115 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
115
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$866K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Downtown Graton Mutual Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$210,650
Median Household Income
748
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Downtown Graton Mutual Water System serves a community with a median household income of $210,650 and an estimated 748 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Downtown Graton Mutual 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

126 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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System Overview

Downtown Graton Mutual Water System (EPA ID: CA4901246) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 115 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 95444 in Graton.

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
95444 0.0027 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 Downtown Graton Mutual Water System (CA4901246) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Graton Mutual Water System water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Downtown Graton Mutual Water System serve?

Downtown Graton Mutual Water System serves approximately 115 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Downtown Graton Mutual Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
4
Unknown Material
25
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 115
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

Is water from Downtown Graton Mutual Water System safe to drink?
Downtown Graton Mutual Water System earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Downtown Graton Mutual 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 Downtown Graton Mutual Water System serve?
Downtown Graton Mutual Water System serves approximately 115 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Downtown Graton Mutual Water System's water source?
Downtown Graton Mutual Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Downtown Graton Mutual Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Downtown Graton Mutual Water System's service area?
The Downtown Graton Mutual Water System service area has a median household income of $210,650. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Downtown Graton Mutual Water System get its water?
Downtown Graton Mutual 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.
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