Is Cottonwood, CA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Cottonwood, CA tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Cottonwood Get Its Water?
Water in Cottonwood, CA is provided by 2 public water systems: COTTONWOOD COUNTY WATER DIST. and CLEAR CREEK CSD-ANDERSON.
How Is Cottonwood Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes direct filtration, groundwater disinfection and in-line filtration.
What's in Cottonwood Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Cottonwood public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Cottonwood
Current EPA monitoring data for Cottonwood shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Tap Water
Is Cottonwood tap water safe to drink?
Cottonwood tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Cottonwood tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Cottonwood water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, PFBA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Cottonwood get its drinking water?
Cottonwood receives water from 2 public water systems, including COTTONWOOD COUNTY WATER DIST..
Do I need a water filter in Cottonwood?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Cottonwood. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Cottonwood tap water tested?
Public water systems in Cottonwood are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-10-09.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Cottonwood
- 96022 - Cottonwood tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Cottonwood, CA
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- CLEAR CREEK CSD-ANDERSONLooks OK
- COTTONWOOD COUNTY WATER DIST.Looks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
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