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Alturas, California Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 2 water systems serving 3,577 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

2
Water Systems
4K
People Served
Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium13.8 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
138%
Above guideline
PFHxS0.004 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
35%
Within limit

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (7)

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Resolved Violations (22)

22

Oct 1, 2007 — Nov 30, 2007

critical

22

Oct 1, 2007 — Nov 30, 2007

critical

22

Sep 1, 2005 — Sep 30, 2005

critical

24

Sep 1, 2005 — Sep 30, 2005

moderate

24

Sep 1, 2005 — Sep 30, 2005

moderate

+ 17 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alturas tap water safe to drink?

Alturas's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Alturas tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Alturas's water supply across 2 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Alturas?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Alturas's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Alturas have any water quality violations?

Yes, Alturas currently has 7 active violations. See the violations section above for details.