Drinking water quality · 2023
· Verified
What's in Solvang Water Division — Solvang, Ca, CA tap water
44 contaminants were measured in the Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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
- 44
- Over federal limit
- 1
- Approaching the limit
- 4
- Worst contaminant
- Turbidity
- Service area
- CA
1.6× the limit
state-level CCR
At or above the federal limit
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 |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| AlkalinityA measure of the water's capacity to neutralize acids. | 260–360 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| Bicarbonate | 71 mg/LReported levelSource water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
| ColorA measure of visible tint in the water. | 0–3Reported levelGround 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 |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| 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. | 7.7–9.3Reported levelSource water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, Ground Water
| |||
| 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. | 1.8–4.5 mg/LReported levelSource 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 |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, Ground Water
| |||
| 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 |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, Ground Water
| |||
| HAA5Haloacetic acids — a group of five disinfection byproducts formed when disinfectants react with organic matter. | 15–32 ug/LRangeSystem-wide | None set | Within the limit |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, Ground Water
| |||
Radionuclides
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross AlphaGross alpha particle activity — a combined measure of alpha-emitting radioactive substances. | 1.51–12.4 pCi/LRangeSystem-wide | 15 pCi/LMCL | Approaching the limit |
| UraniumA naturally occurring radioactive metal from erosion of natural deposits. | 1.3–11.6 pCi/LRangeSystem-wide | 20 pCi/LMCL | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
Metals
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thallium | 0–1.6 ug/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Approaching the limit |
| SeleniumA trace element from natural deposits and industrial discharge. | 0–28 ug/LRangeSystem-wide | None set | Within the limit |
| ArsenicA naturally occurring element that also enters water from industry and agriculture. | 2–5 ug/LRangeSystem-wide | None set | Within the limit |
| CopperA metal that enters water from corroding household plumbing. | 0.28 ug/L90th percentileAt the tap | None set | 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. | 0.055–0.12 mg/LReported levelSource water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, Ground Water
| |||
| 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 |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| 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 |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| 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 |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| PotassiumA naturally occurring mineral from rock and soil. | 3.5 mg/LReported levelTreated Ccwa | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, Ground Water
| |||
| SodiumA naturally occurring salt component. | 36–61 mg/LReported levelGround Water | None set | Detected — no federal limit |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| Vanadium | 5–22 ug/LRangeSystem-wide | 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 |
+By source (2)— Ground Water, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| 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 |
Disinfectants
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChlorineA disinfectant added to drinking water to kill bacteria and viruses. | 1.08–2.26 mg/LRangeSystem-wide | 4 mg/LMCL | Within the limit |
VOCs & pesticides
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TetrachloroethyleneAn industrial solvent (PCE) used in dry cleaning and degreasing. | 0–1 ug/LRangeSystem-wide | 5 ug/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. | 0Highest single sampleNo. of Detections | 0MCLG | None detected |
+By source (2)— No. of Detections, Treated Ccwa
| |||
| Total ColiformA group of bacteria used as an indicator of overall water-system sanitation. | 0 %Reported levelTreated Ccwa | 0 %Public health goal | None detected |
+By source (2)— Treated Ccwa, No. of Detections
| |||
PFAS ("forever chemicals")
| Contaminant | Measured | Federal limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perfluorohexanoic acidPerfluorohexanoic acid, a shorter-chain PFAS 'forever chemical.' | 0 ng/LReported levelSystem-wide | 3 ng/LNL | None detected |
| PFOAPerfluorooctanoic acid, a PFAS 'forever chemical' once used in nonstick and stain-resistant products. | 0 ng/LReported levelSystem-wide | 5.1 ng/LNL | None detected |
| Perfluorobutanesulfonic acidPerfluorobutanesulfonic acid, a shorter-chain PFAS 'forever chemical.' | 0–4.4 ng/LRangeSystem-wide | 1 ng/LNL | Detected — no federal limit |
Source: Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, Ca, CA's water
+Is Solvang Water Division — Solvang, Ca, CA tap water safe to drink in 2023?
The 2023 Consumer Confidence Report for the Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, Ca, CA tap water?
44 contaminants were measured in Solvang Water Division — Solvang, Ca, CA's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report, spanning metals, physical & aggregate, and inorganic chemicals. 17 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, Ca, CA tap water?
One contaminant in Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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, Gross Alpha, 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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 Solvang Water Division — Solvang, 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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