Bucktail Mutual Water Company
EPA ID: CA5301001 · 42 people served · 1 ZIP code
Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Bucktail Mutual Water Company — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 42 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bucktail Mutual Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Bucktail Mutual Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $56,734 and an estimated 2,817 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 60% 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?
Bucktail Mutual Water Company'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 3% of homes in Trinity 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
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System Overview
Bucktail Mutual Water Company (EPA ID: CA5301001) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 42 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 96052 in Lewiston.
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
- 96052 — Lewiston
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bucktail Mutual Water Company (CA5301001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bucktail Mutual Water Company water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Bucktail Mutual Water Company has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Bucktail Mutual Water Company serve?
Bucktail Mutual Water Company serves approximately 42 people across 1 ZIP code in California.
Where does Bucktail Mutual Water Company get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.