Is San Buenaventura (Ventura), CA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
San Buenaventura (Ventura) tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 3 of 3 ZIP codes show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for lithium. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.
Where Does San Buenaventura (Ventura) Get Its Water?
Water in San Buenaventura (Ventura), CA is provided by 3 public water systems: CASITAS MUNICIPAL WATER DIST, VENTURA RIVER WATER DISTRICT and VENTURA WATER DEPARTMENT.
How Is San Buenaventura (Ventura) Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite and chloramines. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), granular activated carbon filtration, groundwater disinfection, in-line filtration, membrane filtration and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in San Buenaventura (Ventura) Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in San Buenaventura (Ventura) public water systems. 3 of 3 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 140 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 3 ZIPs | Above guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for San Buenaventura (Ventura)
Based on EPA monitoring data, 3 of 3 ZIP codes in San Buenaventura (Ventura) have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.
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This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Buenaventura (Ventura) Tap Water
Is San Buenaventura (Ventura) tap water safe to drink?
San Buenaventura (Ventura) tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 3 of 3 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.
What contaminants are in San Buenaventura (Ventura) tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in San Buenaventura (Ventura) water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 6:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does San Buenaventura (Ventura) get its drinking water?
San Buenaventura (Ventura) receives water from 3 public water systems, including CASITAS MUNICIPAL WATER DIST.
Do I need a water filter in San Buenaventura (Ventura)?
If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.
How often is San Buenaventura (Ventura) tap water tested?
Public water systems in San Buenaventura (Ventura) 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 2024-11-13.
Tap water reports by ZIP in San Buenaventura (Ventura)
Water utilities serving San Buenaventura (Ventura), 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.
- CASITAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTAction advised
- VENTURA WATER DEPARTMENTAction advised
- UNITED WTR CONS DISTNo recent federal sampling
Also covers / overlaps with
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- Ventura CCD, CA · Township
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