Current Health-Based Noncompliance CA 20 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Hughson

EPA ID: CA5010008 ยท 7,481 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Hughson (CA5010008): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. EPA compliance records for City of Hughson show 2 unresolved violations - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 7,481 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 84
Avg Safety Score
7,481
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$499K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Hughson Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$89,268
Median Household Income
10,662
Service Area Population
54%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Hughson serves a community with a median household income of $89,268 and an estimated 10,662 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: 54% 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

City of Hughson'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th 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
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Hughson compares to EPA limits

Barium 19 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 19 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Folsom State Prison
7,502 people
B 2 violations
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7,452 people
A 13 violations
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City of Sebastopol
7,522 people
A 0 violations
City of Escalon
7,429 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $24,945

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$19,975
10 years
$39,950
20 years
$79,900

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $39,950 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

City of Hughson, (EPA ID: CA5010008) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 7,481 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 95326 in Hughson.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (84/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 19 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
July 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Archived
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Archived
July 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Archived
April 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Archived
July 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Archived
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Archived
October 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Archived
July 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Archived
January 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Archived
October 1, 2021 Barium Health-based Archived
July 1, 2021 Barium Health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Barium Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 19 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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 City of Hughson (CA5010008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Hughson water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for City of Hughson. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Hughson serve?

City of Hughson serves approximately 7,481 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does City of Hughson get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
174

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Hughson safe to drink?
City of Hughson earns a B safety grade with 21 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Hughson's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Hughson serve?
City of Hughson serves approximately 7,481 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Hughson's water source?
City of Hughson draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Hughson's service area?
The City of Hughson service area has a median household income of $89,268. EPA EJScreen data classifies 54% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Hughson get its water?
City of Hughson'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Hughson (CA): 20 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca5010008/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Hughson (EPA ID: CA5010008) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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