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Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain

EPA ID: CA4910010 · 1,265 people served · 9 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 1,265 people served.

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

1,265
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$750K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$102,802
Median Household Income
226,503
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain serves a community with a median household income of $102,802 and an estimated 226,503 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% 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

Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain'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
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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 3 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,425
PFAS Treatment $63
Total Estimated Cost $1,488

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 $1,488 (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

Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain (EPA ID: CA4910010) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 1,265 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 8 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain (CA4910010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain serve?

Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain serves approximately 1,265 people across 9 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain 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
0
Unknown Material
341
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,265
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?
Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain serve?
Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain serves approximately 1,265 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain's water source?
Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain's service area?
The Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain service area has a median household income of $102,802. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain get its water?
Sonoma County Csa 41-fitch Mountain'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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