Water System Report CA

Calleguas Municipal Water District

EPA ID: CA5610050 · 0 people served · 22 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Calleguas Municipal Water District reported no EPA violations for its service population of 0.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

0
People Served
22
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$887K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 85% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 7 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Calleguas Municipal Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$131,911
Median Household Income
721,820
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
13th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Calleguas Municipal Water District serves a community with a median household income of $131,911 and an estimated 721,820 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Calleguas Municipal Water District'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
57th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
63th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Los Angeles County, California rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% 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. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,091
Radon Mitigation $727
PFAS Treatment $55
Water Filtration $41
Total Estimated Cost $1,914

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 $1,914 (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

Calleguas Municipal Water District (EPA ID: CA5610050) is a community water system in California that serves approximately 0 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 22 ZIP codes across 16 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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 Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 20 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Calleguas Municipal Water District (CA5610050) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calleguas Municipal Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Calleguas Municipal Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Calleguas Municipal Water District serve?

Calleguas Municipal Water District serves approximately 0 people across 22 ZIP codes in California.

Where does Calleguas Municipal Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Calleguas Municipal Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
What is Calleguas Municipal Water District's water source?
Calleguas Municipal Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Calleguas Municipal Water District's service area?
The Calleguas Municipal Water District service area has a median household income of $131,911. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Calleguas Municipal Water District get its water?
Calleguas Municipal Water District'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.
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