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Cerritos, California Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 1 water system serving 47,475 people.

75
Good
out of 100

Water Source

1
Water System
47K
People Served
Surface water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium61.0 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
610%
Above guideline
PFOS0.005 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
120%
Above 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

No violations on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cerritos tap water safe to drink?

Cerritos's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Cerritos tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Cerritos's water supply across 1 water system. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Cerritos?

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