Water Quality in Oakland, CA
40 water systems serving 1,456,694 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Oakland water systems is 1.2 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 353 |
| Health-based violations | 67 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Oakland
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oakland tap water safe to drink?
Oakland 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 Oakland, California?
Oakland has 40 public water systems serving approximately 1,456,694 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.2 ppb. There are 353 total violations on record.
Does Oakland have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.2 ppb across Oakland's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Oakland?
40 public water systems are registered in Oakland, California with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 1,456,694 people.