Water System Report CA

City of Modesto - Walnut Manor

EPA ID: CA5010031 ยท 175 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Modesto - Walnut Manor (CA5010031): 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 - Walnut Manor has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 175 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

175
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$316K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Modesto - Walnut Manor Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,869
Median Household Income
47,232
Service Area Population
54%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Modesto - Walnut Manor serves a community with a median household income of $56,869 and an estimated 47,232 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Modesto - Walnut Manor'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
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.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 76% 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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 $2,800 (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 - Walnut Manor (EPA ID: CA5010031) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 175 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 95351 in Modesto.

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 - Walnut Manor (CA5010031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Modesto - Walnut Manor water safe to drink?

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

City of Modesto - Walnut Manor serves approximately 175 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does City of Modesto - Walnut Manor get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Modesto - Walnut Manor 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 - Walnut Manor serve?
City of Modesto - Walnut Manor serves approximately 175 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Modesto - Walnut Manor's water source?
City of Modesto - Walnut Manor draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Modesto - Walnut Manor's service area?
The City of Modesto - Walnut Manor service area has a median household income of $56,869. EPA EJScreen data classifies 54% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Modesto - Walnut Manor get its water?
City of Modesto - Walnut Manor'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Modesto - Walnut Manor Water Quality Report, CA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca5010031/
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