Water Quality in Riverside, CA
58 water systems serving 453,440 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Riverside water systems is 0.5 ppb (Very low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 507 |
| Health-based violations | 50 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Riverside
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverside tap water safe to drink?
Riverside 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 Riverside, California?
Riverside has 58 public water systems serving approximately 453,440 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 0.5 ppb. There are 507 total violations on record.
Does Riverside have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 0.5 ppb across Riverside's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Riverside?
58 public water systems are registered in Riverside, California with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 453,440 people.