Water Quality in Needles, CA
17 water systems serving 18,895 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Needles water systems is 2.0 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1345 |
| Health-based violations | 56 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Needles
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Needles tap water safe to drink?
Needles tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Needles, California?
Needles has 17 public water systems serving approximately 18,895 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.0 ppb. There are 1345 total violations on record.
Does Needles have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.0 ppb across Needles's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Needles?
17 public water systems are registered in Needles, California with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 18,895 people.