Water Quality in Sacramento, CA
473 water systems serving 1,671,289 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Sacramento water systems is 1.5 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 3369 |
| Health-based violations | 1379 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Sacramento
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sacramento tap water safe to drink?
Sacramento 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 Sacramento, California?
Sacramento has 473 public water systems serving approximately 1,671,289 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.5 ppb. There are 3369 total violations on record.
Does Sacramento have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.5 ppb across Sacramento's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Sacramento?
473 public water systems are registered in Sacramento, California with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 1,671,289 people.