Water Quality in South Lake Tahoe, CA
47 water systems serving 115,557 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across South Lake Tahoe water systems is 2.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 822 |
| Health-based violations | 116 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in South Lake Tahoe
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Lake Tahoe tap water safe to drink?
South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe, California?
South Lake Tahoe has 47 public water systems serving approximately 115,557 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.6 ppb. There are 822 total violations on record.
Does South Lake Tahoe have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.6 ppb across South Lake Tahoe's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve South Lake Tahoe?
47 public water systems are registered in South Lake Tahoe, California with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 115,557 people.