Drinking water quality · 2023
· Verified
What's in Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA tap water
84 contaminants were measured in the Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA water system's 2023 annual report. Each is shown below against its federal limit.
- Reporting year
- 2023
- Contaminants measured
- 84
- Over federal limit
- 0
- Approaching the limit
- 0
- Service area
- CA
state-level CCR
Compliance history
Federal Safe Drinking Water Act violation & enforcement records (EPA SDWIS). A violation is a regulatory determination by the state or EPA — separate from the measured levels above.
- Maximum contaminant level exceededHealth-based33 violations on record · most recent Oct 2014resolved
Source: EPA SDWIS / ECHO. View the full federal record on EPA ECHO ↗
Metals
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArsenicA naturally occurring element that also enters water from industry and agriculture. | 6.8 ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Within the limit |
+By source (3)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Effluent (CWR)
| |||
| CopperA metal that enters water from corroding household plumbing. | 0.19 mg/L90th percentileAt the tap | 1.3 mg/LAction level | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| LeadA toxic metal that leaches into water from old service lines, solder, and plumbing fixtures. | 0.0018 mg/L90th percentileAt the tap | 0.015 mg/LAction level | Within the limit |
| SeleniumA trace element from natural deposits and industrial discharge. | 2.7 ug/LAverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
| BariumA metal from erosion of natural deposits and industrial discharge. | 29 ug/LAverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
| AluminumA common element sometimes used as a treatment coagulant. | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Antimony | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Beryllium | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Cadmium | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Chromium, TotalTotal chromium — the sum of all chromium forms, from natural deposits and industrial discharge. | Not detected ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Within the limit |
| ManganeseA naturally occurring metal from soil and rock. | Not detected ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| MercuryA toxic metal from erosion of natural deposits and industrial runoff. | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| NickelA metal from natural deposits and industrial discharge. | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Thallium | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| ZincA naturally occurring metal that can also enter water from corroding pipes. | Not detected ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| BoronA naturally occurring element from rock and soil. | 0.34 ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| CalciumA naturally occurring mineral that contributes to water hardness. | 73 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
| Chromium, HexavalentHexavalent chromium ('chromium-6') — the more toxic form of chromium. | 3.4 ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| IronA naturally occurring metal common in groundwater. | 4.9 ug/LAverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
| MagnesiumA naturally occurring mineral that contributes to water hardness. | 25 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| PotassiumA naturally occurring mineral from rock and soil. | 3.2 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| SodiumA naturally occurring salt component. | 100 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Vanadium | 3.52 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
Radionuclides
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross AlphaGross alpha particle activity — a combined measure of alpha-emitting radioactive substances. | 6.7 pCi/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | 15 pCi/LMCL | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Combined RadiumCombined radium-226 and radium-228 — naturally occurring radioactive elements. | Not detected pCi/LRangeWater Bank Wells | 5 pCi/LMCL | None detected |
| UraniumA naturally occurring radioactive metal from erosion of natural deposits. | 8.1 pCi/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | 20 pCi/LMCL | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
Disinfection byproducts
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TTHMTotal trihalomethanes — a group of four chemicals (including chloroform) formed when chlorine reacts with natural organic matter. | 23 ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | Within the limit |
| HAA5Haloacetic acids — a group of five disinfection byproducts formed when disinfectants react with organic matter. | 3.2 ug/LAverageSystem-wide | None set | Within the limit |
| PerchlorateA chemical used in rocket fuel and fireworks that can also form during disinfection. | Not detected ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
Inorganic chemicals
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| NitrateA compound from fertilizer runoff, septic systems, and erosion of natural deposits. | 2.53 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | 10 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
| FluorideA mineral often added to drinking water to help prevent tooth decay. | 0.53 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | 4 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| Asbestos | Not detected MFLAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | 7 MFLMCL | None detected |
| Cyanide | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| NitriteA compound from fertilizer runoff, sewage, and erosion of natural deposits. | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| ChlorideA naturally occurring salt compound. | 70 mg/LAverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (3)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Effluent (CWR)
| |||
| SulfateA naturally occurring mineral from rock and soil. | 192 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
Disinfectants
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChlorineA disinfectant added to drinking water to kill bacteria and viruses. | 0.97 mg/LAverageSystem-wide | 4 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
Microbial
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli (E. coli)Escherichia coli — bacteria found in the gut of humans and animals. | 0 %RangeSystem Results | None set | None detected |
| Total ColiformA group of bacteria used as an indicator of overall water-system sanitation. | 0 %RangeSystem Results | None set | None detected |
Other
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbofuran | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Carbon Tetrachloride | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Chlordane | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Chromium | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Dinoseb | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Diquat | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Edb | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | 5000 ug/LMCL | None detected |
| Endothall | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Endrin | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Glyphosate | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Heptachlor | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Heptachlor Epoxide | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Hexachlorobenzene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Lindane | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Methoxychlor | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Oxamyl | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Pcb Total | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Pce | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Pentachlorophenol | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Picloram | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Styrene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Tce | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Toxaphene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Vinyl Chloride | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
Physical & aggregate
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlkalinityA measure of the water's capacity to neutralize acids. | Not detected mg/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| OdorA measure of detectable smell in the water. | Not detectedAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | None detected |
+By source (4)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Rosamond Plant Plant Effluent (CWR), Water Bank Wells +1 more
| |||
| Bicarbonate | 150 mg/LAverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| ColorA measure of visible tint in the water. | 29AverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (4)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Rosamond Plant Plant Effluent (CWR) +1 more
| |||
| HardnessA measure of dissolved calcium and magnesium minerals. | 283 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Mojave P.U.D. Wells
| |||
| pHA measure of how acidic or basic the water is. | 7.9AverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (4)— Water Bank Wells, Rosamond Plant Plant Effluent (CWR), Water Bank Effluent (CWR) +1 more
| |||
| Specific ConductanceA measure of how well water conducts electricity, which tracks dissolved mineral content. | 660 uS/cmAverageWater Bank Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| Total Dissolved SolidsTotal dissolved solids — the combined content of all dissolved minerals and salts. | 602 mg/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Mojave P.U.D. Wells, Water Bank Wells
| |||
| TurbidityA measure of cloudiness from suspended particles in the water. | 0.4AverageWater Bank Wells | 5MCL | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Water Bank Wells, Water Bank Effluent (CWR)
| |||
VOCs & pesticides
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AtrazineA widely used agricultural herbicide that reaches water through runoff. | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
| Benzene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Benzo(a)pyrene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Dalapon | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | 200 ug/LMCL | None detected |
| DBCP1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane — a banned soil fumigant pesticide. | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Dichloromethane | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| Ethylbenzene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| MTBE | Not detected ug/LAverageMojave P.U.D. Wells | None set | None detected |
| Simazine | Not detected ug/LReported levelSystem-wide | None set | None detected |
| Toluene | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | None set | None detected |
| XylenesA group of industrial solvents found in gasoline and paint. | Not detected ug/LRangeWater Bank Wells | 10000 ug/LMCL | None detected |
Source: Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report — the annual drinking-water report every U.S. utility is required to publish. The numbers on this page are the utility's own. A water-quality report covers an entire service area, not a single address.
People also ask about Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA's water
+Is Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA tap water safe to drink in 2023?
Every one of the 84 contaminants measured in Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report is below its federal limit. "Safe" under the EPA's drinking-water standards is health-based, not aesthetic — but by those standards, no measured contaminant in this report exceeds its enforceable threshold. Individual health concerns (e.g. immunocompromised, infant, pregnancy) may warrant additional filtering regardless of compliance.
+What contaminants are in Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA tap water?
84 contaminants were measured in Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report, spanning other, metals, and vocs & pesticides. 13 have an enforceable federal limit; the rest are detected but unregulated. Every measured value, in the utility's own units, is on this page.
+Where does the data on this page come from?
Every value is transcribed from Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report — the annual drinking-water report every U.S. public water utility is required by federal law to publish. The original source document is archived and viewable on this site. A water-quality report covers an entire service area, not a single address.
+How often is Mojave Pud — Mojave, Ca, CA's water quality data updated?
Each U.S. public water utility publishes one Consumer Confidence Report per year, covering the prior calendar year's measurements. This page reflects the 2023 report; a new report will replace it once the utility publishes its next annual update.
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