Drinking water quality · 2023
· Verified
What's in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA tap water
39 contaminants were measured in the Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA water system's 2023 annual report. Each is shown below against its federal limit — 1 sit at or above that limit.
- Reporting year
- 2023
- Contaminants measured
- 39
- Over federal limit
- 1
- Approaching the limit
- 4
- Worst contaminant
- Turbidity
- Service area
- CA
Physical & aggregate
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TurbidityA measure of cloudiness from suspended particles in the water. | 0–1.6 NTUReported levelGround Water | 1 NTUMCL | At or above the limit |
| AlkalinityA measure of the water's capacity to neutralize acids. | 260–360 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| ColorA measure of visible tint in the water. | 3Reported levelState Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| HardnessA measure of dissolved calcium and magnesium minerals. | 320–490 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| OdorA measure of detectable smell in the water. | 1–3Reported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| pHA measure of how acidic or basic the water is. | 7.6–8.8Reported levelState Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| Specific ConductanceA measure of how well water conducts electricity, which tracks dissolved mineral content. | 780–1100Reported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| TOCTotal organic carbon — a measure of organic material dissolved in the water. | 1.2–2.5 mg/LReported levelState Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| Total Dissolved SolidsTotal dissolved solids — the combined content of all dissolved minerals and salts. | 450–730 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
Other
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine Total | 0.18–3.84 mg/LReported levelState Water | 4 mg/LMCL | Approaching the limit |
| Nitrate Nitrite | 0–6 mg/LReported levelGround Water | 10 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
| Chromium | 0–20 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Within the limit |
Disinfection byproducts
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TTHMTotal trihalomethanes — a group of four chemicals (including chloroform) formed when chlorine reacts with natural organic matter. | 22–76 ug/LReported levelState Water | None set | Approaching the limit |
| HAA5Haloacetic acids — a group of five disinfection byproducts formed when disinfectants react with organic matter. | 8.1–25 ug/LReported levelState Water | None set | Within the limit |
Disinfectants
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChlorineA disinfectant added to drinking water to kill bacteria and viruses. | 0.3–3.22 mg/LReported levelGround Water | 4 mg/LMCL | Approaching the limit |
Metals
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thallium | 0–1.6 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Approaching the limit |
| ArsenicA naturally occurring element that also enters water from industry and agriculture. | 0–2.6 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Within the limit |
| SeleniumA trace element from natural deposits and industrial discharge. | 0–11 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Within the limit |
| CopperA metal that enters water from corroding household plumbing. | 0.24 mg/L90th percentileAt the tap | 1.3 mg/LAction level | Within the limit |
| LeadA toxic metal that leaches into water from old service lines, solder, and plumbing fixtures. | 0 ug/L90th percentileAt the tap | None set | Within the limit |
| AluminumA common element sometimes used as a treatment coagulant. | 0–0.071 mg/LReported levelState Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| BoronA naturally occurring element from rock and soil. | 0–360 ug/LReported levelGround Water | 1 ug/LNL | Detected — no federal limit |
| CalciumA naturally occurring mineral that contributes to water hardness. | 32–110 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| Chromium, HexavalentHexavalent chromium ('chromium-6') — the more toxic form of chromium. | 0–23 ug/LReported levelGround Water | 0.02 ug/LPublic health goal | Detected — no federal limit |
| IronA naturally occurring metal common in groundwater. | 0–190 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| LithiumA naturally occurring element found in some groundwater. | 0–62.2 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| MagnesiumA naturally occurring mineral that contributes to water hardness. | 41–90 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| PotassiumA naturally occurring mineral from rock and soil. | 3.5 mg/LReported levelState Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| SodiumA naturally occurring salt component. | 36–61 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| Vanadium | 0–19 ug/LReported levelGround Water | 50 ug/LNL | Detected — no federal limit |
| ZincA naturally occurring metal that can also enter water from corroding pipes. | 0–69 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
Inorganic chemicals
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| NitrateA compound from fertilizer runoff, septic systems, and erosion of natural deposits. | 0–5.9 mg/LReported levelGround Water | 10 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
| FluorideA mineral often added to drinking water to help prevent tooth decay. | 0–0.33 mg/LReported levelGround Water | 4 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
| ChlorideA naturally occurring salt compound. | 30–138 mg/LReported levelState Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| SulfateA naturally occurring mineral from rock and soil. | 63–270 mg/LReported levelGround Water | 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. | 0–7.2 pCi/LReported levelGround Water | 15 pCi/LMCL | Within the limit |
| UraniumA naturally occurring radioactive metal from erosion of natural deposits. | 1.6–5.6 pCi/LReported levelGround Water | 20 pCi/LMCL | Detected — no federal limit |
Microbial
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli (E. coli)Escherichia coli — bacteria found in the gut of humans and animals. | 208Reported levelNo. of Samples Collected | 0MCLG | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (3)— No. of Samples Collected, No. of Samples Required, No. of Detections
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| Total ColiformA group of bacteria used as an indicator of overall water-system sanitation. | 208Reported levelNo. of Samples Collected | 0MCLG | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (3)— No. of Samples Collected, No. of Samples Required, No. of Detections
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People also ask about Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA's water
+Is Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA tap water safe to drink in 2023?
The 2023 Consumer Confidence Report for the Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA water utility lists 1 contaminant at or above the federal limit: Turbidity. Whether that means the water is "unsafe" depends on which contaminant, how long the exposure, and individual health factors. The table on this page shows the measured value, the federal threshold, and the regulated statistic used for compliance.
+What contaminants are in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA tap water?
39 contaminants were measured in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report, spanning metals, physical & aggregate, and inorganic chemicals. 14 have an enforceable federal limit; the rest are detected but unregulated. Every measured value, in the utility's own units, is on this page.
+Which contaminants exceed federal limits in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA tap water?
One contaminant in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA's 2023 report sits at or above the federal limit: Turbidity (1.6× the limit). The EPA enforces these limits against the regulated reporting statistic — typically a running annual average or 90th percentile — not a one-off sample spike.
+What is the worst contaminant in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA tap water?
The contaminant with the highest measured value relative to its federal limit in the 2023 report is Turbidity, at 1.6× the federal threshold. It belongs to the physical & aggregate family of contaminants.
+Are any contaminants in Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, Ca, CA tap water approaching the federal limit?
4 contaminants are between 80% and 100% of the federal limit in this report: Chlorine Total, TTHM, Chlorine, and Thallium. Approaching means measured but not in violation — a margin that can close quickly if conditions change.
+Where does the data on this page come from?
Every value is transcribed from Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, 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 Santa Ynez River Water Cons. Dist. Id#1 — Santa Ynez, 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.