Modern Village Mwc
EPA ID: CA5200545 · 85 people served · 1 ZIP code
Federal monitoring records confirm Modern Village Mwc has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 85 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Modern Village Mwc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Modern Village Mwc serves a community with a median household income of $63,365 and an estimated 31,149 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Modern Village Mwc'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.
About 2% of homes in Tehama 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Modern Village Mwc (EPA ID: CA5200545) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 85 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 96080 in Red Bluff.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 96080 — Red Bluff
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Modern Village Mwc (CA5200545) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Modern Village Mwc water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Modern Village Mwc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Modern Village Mwc serve?
Modern Village Mwc serves approximately 85 people across 1 ZIP code in California.
Where does Modern Village Mwc get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.