Water System Report CA

City of Modesto - Del Rio

EPA ID: CA5010029 ยท 1,327 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Modesto - Del Rio (CA5010029): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, City of Modesto - Del Rio has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 1,327 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,327
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$472K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Modesto - Del Rio Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$93,683
Median Household Income
47,482
Service Area Population
54%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
40%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Modesto - Del Rio serves a community with a median household income of $93,683 and an estimated 47,482 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% 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 Modesto - Del Rio'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
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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% 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. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in California

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1,305 people
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1,298 people
A 3 violations
B 2 violations
11 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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 $1,300 (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

City of Modesto - Del Rio (EPA ID: CA5010029) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 1,327 people from groundwater sources.

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

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 City of Modesto - Del Rio (CA5010029) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Modesto - Del Rio water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Modesto - Del Rio 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 City of Modesto - Del Rio serve?

City of Modesto - Del Rio serves approximately 1,327 people across 2 ZIP codes in California.

Where does City of Modesto - Del Rio get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Modesto - Del Rio meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Modesto - Del Rio serve?
City of Modesto - Del Rio serves approximately 1,327 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Modesto - Del Rio's water source?
City of Modesto - Del Rio draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Modesto - Del Rio's service area?
The City of Modesto - Del Rio service area has a median household income of $93,683. EPA EJScreen data classifies 54% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Modesto - Del Rio get its water?
City of Modesto - Del Rio'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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