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Is La Crescenta tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — La Crescenta scores 94/100.

Safety Score
94
out of 100

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La Crescenta

California

View California state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is La Crescenta tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — La Crescenta scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in La Crescenta. We found 9 total violations (3 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in La Crescenta.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in La Crescenta?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Municipal water quality in La Crescenta directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for La Crescenta

9
Violations (5yr)
3
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving La Crescenta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Crescenta tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — La Crescenta scores 94/100.

How many water systems serve La Crescenta?

La Crescenta is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in La Crescenta?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for La Crescenta.

What is the water quality score for La Crescenta?

The water quality score for La Crescenta is 94 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 La Crescenta?

The top contaminants detected in La Crescenta include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
94/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
35,841

La Crescenta Water Quality Summary

La Crescenta, CA receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

La Crescenta'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.

La Crescenta's score of 94 is 5 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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving La Crescenta (1)

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