Water System Report CA

Poplar Commission Service District

EPA ID: CA5410026 · 2,200 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Poplar Commission Service District (CA5410026): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Poplar Commission Service District's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric - no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 2,200 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,200
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$232K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Poplar Commission Service District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$54,738
Median Household Income
80,581
Service Area Population
78%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Poplar Commission Service District serves a community with a median household income of $54,738 and an estimated 80,581 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 78% 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?

Groundwater

Poplar Commission Service District'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% 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. 8 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Water Filtration $600
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

Poplar Commission Service District (EPA ID: CA5410026) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 2,200 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Poplar Commission Service District (CA5410026) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poplar Commission Service District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Poplar Commission Service District 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 Poplar Commission Service District serve?

Poplar Commission Service District serves approximately 2,200 people across 2 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Poplar Commission Service District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Poplar Commission Service District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Poplar Commission Service District serve?
Poplar Commission Service District serves approximately 2,200 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Poplar Commission Service District's water source?
Poplar Commission Service District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Poplar Commission Service District's service area?
The Poplar Commission Service District service area has a median household income of $54,738. EPA EJScreen data classifies 78% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Poplar Commission Service District get its water?
Poplar Commission Service District'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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