Historical Compliance Records CA

Meiners Oaks Cwd

EPA ID: CA5610005 ยท 4,200 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Meiners Oaks Cwd (CA5610005): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. EPA records: Meiners Oaks Cwd, 1 past violation, all resolved, 4,200 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,200
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$889K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Meiners Oaks Cwd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,298
Median Household Income
21,559
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
81%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meiners Oaks Cwd serves a community with a median household income of $82,298 and an estimated 21,559 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Meiners Oaks Cwd'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Meiners Oaks Cwd compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,500 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Meiners Oaks Cwd (EPA ID: CA5610005) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 4,200 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 93023 in Ojai.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

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 Meiners Oaks Cwd (CA5610005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meiners Oaks Cwd water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Meiners Oaks Cwd; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Meiners Oaks Cwd serve?

Meiners Oaks Cwd serves approximately 4,200 people across 1 ZIP code in California.

Where does Meiners Oaks Cwd get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
348

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Meiners Oaks Cwd's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Meiners Oaks Cwd serve?
Meiners Oaks Cwd serves approximately 4,200 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Meiners Oaks Cwd's water source?
Meiners Oaks Cwd draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Meiners Oaks Cwd's service area?
The Meiners Oaks Cwd service area has a median household income of $82,298. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Meiners Oaks Cwd get its water?
Meiners Oaks Cwd'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.). Meiners Oaks Cwd (CA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ca5610005/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Meiners Oaks Cwd (EPA ID: CA5610005) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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