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Is Twentynine Palms tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Twentynine Palms scores 91/100.

Safety Score
91
out of 100

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Twentynine Palms

California

View California state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Twentynine Palms tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Twentynine Palms scores 91/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Twentynine Palms. We found 265 total violations (254 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 11:00 AM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Twentynine Palms.

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 Twentynine Palms?

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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Baby Formula Safety

What new parents in Twentynine Palms should know about tap water safety.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Twentynine Palms, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (91/100) 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 Twentynine Palms

265
Violations (5yr)
254
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
1
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Twentynine Palms tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Twentynine Palms scores 91/100.

How many water systems serve Twentynine Palms?

Twentynine Palms is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Twentynine Palms?

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

What is the water quality score for Twentynine Palms?

The water quality score for Twentynine Palms is 91 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Twentynine Palms?

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

Water Quality Score
91/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
34,862

Twentynine Palms Water Quality Summary

Twentynine Palms, CA receives a water quality score of 91/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Twentynine Palms'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.

Twentynine Palms's score of 91 is 2 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) Violation
0.02 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Twentynine Palms (2)

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