Fountain Valley
Is Fountain Valley tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Fountain Valley scores 100/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Fountain Valley. We found 8 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 08:00 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Fountain Valley.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Fountain Valley?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Fountain Valley tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Fountain Valley tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Fountain Valley, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (100/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Fountain Valley
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Fountain Valley.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fountain Valley tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Fountain Valley scores 100/100.
How many water systems serve Fountain Valley?
Fountain Valley is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Fountain Valley?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Fountain Valley.
What is the water quality score for Fountain Valley?
The water quality score for Fountain Valley is 100 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Fountain Valley?
The top contaminants detected in Fountain Valley include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Fountain Valley Water Quality Summary
Fountain Valley, CA receives a water quality score of 100/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Fountain Valley's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Fountain Valley's score of 100 is 11 points above the California state average of 89, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our California water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Fountain Valley (1)
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