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Can You Drink Tap Water in Fontana?
Yes, Fontana's tap water is generally considered safe to drink as Fontana has no active health based violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) that we are aware of. Other factors such as lead piping in a home, or low levels of pollutants on immunocompromised individuals, should also be considered, however. To find more recent info we might have, you can check out our boil water notice page, the city's water provider website, or Fontana's local Twitter account.
According the EPA’s ECHO database, from April 30, 2019 to June 30, 2022, Fontana's water utility, San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana, had 0 violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act. For more details on the violations, please see our violation history section below. This assessment is based on the San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana water system, other water systems in the city may have different results.
While tap water that meets the EPA health guidelines generally won’t make you sick to your stomach, it can still contain regulated and unregulated contaminants present in trace amounts that could potentially cause health issues over the long-run. These trace contaminants may also impact immunocompromised and vulnerable individuals.
The EPA is reviewing if it’s current regulations around pollutant levels in tap water are strict enough, and the health dangers posed by unregulated pollutants, like PFAS.
Water Quality Report for Fontana Tap Water
The most recent publicly available numbers for measured contaminant levels in Fontana tap water are in its 2020 Water Quality Report. As you can see, there are levels which the EPA considers to be acceptable, but being below the maximum allowable level doesn’t necessarily mean the water is healthy.
Lead in tap water, for example, is currently allowed at up to 15ppb by the EPA, but it has set the ideal goal for lead at zero. This highlights how meeting EPA standards doesn’t necessarily mean local tap water is healthy.
EPA regulations continue to change as it evaluates the long term impacts of chemicals and updates drinking water acceptable levels. The rules around arsenic, as well as, lead and copper are currently being re-evaluated.
There are also a number of "emerging" contaminants that are not currently. For example, PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), for which the EPA has issued a health advisory. PFAS are called "forever chemicals" since they tend not to break down in the environment or the human body and can accumulate over time.
We recommend looking at the contaminants present in Fontana's water quality reports, or getting your home's tap water tested to see if you should be filtering your water.
Fontana Tap Water Safe Drinking Water Act Violation History - Prior 10 Years
Below is a ten year history of violations for the water system named San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana for Fontana in California. For more details please see the "What do these Violations Mean?" section below.
Is there Lead in Fontana Water?
Based on the EPA’s ECHO Database, 90% of the samples taken from the Fontana water system, San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana, between sample start date and sample end date, were at or below, 0.0 mg/L of lead in Fontana water. This is 0% of the 0.015 mg/L action level. This means 10% of the samples taken from Fontana contained more lead.
While Fontana water testing may have found 0.0 mg/L of lead in its water, that does not mean your water source has the same amount. The amount of lead in water in a city can vary greatly from neighborhood to neighborhood, or even building to building. Many buildings, particularly older ones, have lead pipes or service lines which can be a source of contamination. To find out if your home has lead, we recommend getting you water tested.
No amount of lead in water is healthy, only less dangerous. As lead accumulates in our bodies over time, even exposure to relatively small amounts can have negative health effects. For more information, please check out our Lead FAQ page.
Are there PFAS in Fontana Tap Water?
Currently, testing tap water for PFAS isn’t mandated on a national level. We do have a list of military bases where there have been suspected or confirmed leaks. There appears to be at least one military base - Norton Air Force Base - near Fontana with suspected leaks.
With many potential sources of PFAS in tap water across the US, the best information we currently have about which cities have PFAS in their water is this ewg map, which you can check to see if Fontana has been evaluated for yet.
Our stance is better safe than sorry, and that it makes sense to try to purify the tap water just in case.
What do these Violations Mean?
Safe Drinking Water Act Violations categories split into two groups, health based, and non-health based. Generally, health based violations are more serious, though non-health based violations can also be cause for concern.
Health Based Violations
- Maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) - maximum allowed contaminant level was exceeded.
- Maximum residual disinfectant levels (MRDLs) - maximum allowed disinfectant level was exceeded.
- Other violations (Other) - the exact required process to reduce the amounts of contaminants in drinking water was not followed.
Non-Health Based Violations
- Monitoring and reporting violations (MR, MON) - failure to conduct the required regular monitoring of drinking water quality, and/or to submit monitoring results on time.
- Public notice violations (Other) - failure to immediately alert consumers if there is a serious problem with their drinking water that may pose a risk to public health.
- Other violations (Other) - miscellaneous violations, such as failure to issue annual consumer confidence reports or maintain required records.
SDWA Table Key
Field | Description |
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Compliance Period | Dates of the compliance period. |
Status |
Current status of the violation.
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Health-Based? | Whether the violation is health based. |
Category Code |
The category of violation that is reported.
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Code | A full description of violation codes can be accessed in the SDWA_REF_CODE_VALUES (CSV) table. |
Contaminant Code | A code value that represents a contaminant for which a public water system has incurred a violation of a primary drinking water regulation. |
Rule Code |
Code for a National Drinking Water rule.
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Rule Group Code |
Code that uniquely identifies a rule group.
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Rule Family Code |
Code for rule family.
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For more clarification please visit the EPA's data dictionary.
Fontana Water - Frequently Asked Questions
By Phone: | 909-201-7334 |
By Email: | jmswift@fontanawater.com |
By Mail: | P.O. Box 987 FONTANA, CA, 92334 |
Existing customers can login to their San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana account to pay their Fontana water bill by clicking here.
If you want to pay your San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana bill online and haven't made an account yet, you can create an account online. Please click here to create your account to pay your Fontana water bill.
If you don't want to make an account, or can't remember your account, you can make a one-time payment towards your Fontana water bill without creating an account using a one time payment portal with your account number and credit or debit card. Click here to make a one time payment.
Moving to a new house or apartment in Fontana means you will often need to put the water in your name with San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana. In order to put the water in your name, please click the link to the start service form below. Start service requests for water bills typically take two business days.
Leaving your house or apartment in Fontana means you will likely need to take your name off of the water bill with San Gabriel Valley Wc - Fontana. In order to take your name off the water bill, please click the link to the stop service form below. Stop service for water bills requests typically take two business days.
The estimated price of bottled water
$2.25 in USD (1.5-liter)
USER SUBMITTED RATINGS
- Drinking Water Pollution and Inaccessibility
- Water Pollution
- Drinking Water Quality and Accessibility
- Water Quality
The above data is comprised of subjective, user submitted opinions about the water quality and pollution in Fontana, measured on a scale from 0% (lowest) to 100% (highest).
Related FAQS
Fontana Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report)
The EPA mandates that towns and cities consistently monitor and test their tap water. They must report their findings in an annual Consumer Confidence Report. Below is the most recent water quality report from Fontana's Water. If you would like to see the original version of the report, please click here.
FONTANA WATER COMPANY
This report contains important information about your drinking water. If necessary, speak to someone who understands it for translation.
Este informe contiene información muy importante sobre su agua potable.
Si necesario, hable con alquien que lo entienda para que se lo traduzcan.
The sources of water provided to Fontana Water Company's customers in 2020 was approximately 60% groundwater, 15% local surface water, and 25% water from the State Water Project. Groundwater is produced from the Chino Basin, Rialto Basin, Lytle Basin, and an unnamed basin. Local surface water from Lytle Creek and imported surface water from the State Water Project are treated at Fontana Water Company's Sandhill Water Treatment Plant.
All water samples are collected by
DETECTED WATER QUALITY CONSTITUENTS - GROUNDWATER
Primary Standards
Microbiological |
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PHG |
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Total Coliform Bacteria |
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Naturally present in the environment |
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2020 |
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Water Quality Constituent
Gross Alpha
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pCi/L
PHG
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MCL
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Erosion of natural deposits |
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ND - 9.38 |
1.93 |
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Inorganics
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Nitrate (as Nitrogen) |
ppm |
10 |
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10 |
ND - 7.80 |
4.56 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from fertilizer use; leaching |
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Perchlorate is an inorganic chemical used in solid |
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rocket propellant, fireworks, explosives, flares, |
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Perchlorate |
ppb |
1 |
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6 |
ND - 5.20 |
0.33 |
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2020 |
matches, and a variety of industries. It usually gets |
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contamination from historic aerospace or other |
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industrial operations that used or use, store, or |
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dispose of perchlorate and its salts. |
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Discharge from electroplating factories,leather |
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Hexavalent Chromium |
ppb |
0.02 |
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NS |
ND - 3.40 |
1.40 |
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2020 |
tanneries,wood preservation chemical synthesis, |
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refractory production, and textile manufacturing |
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facilities;erosion of natural deposits |
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Secondary Standards (Aesthetic Standards) |
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Chloride |
ppm |
NS |
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500 |
4.40 - 51.00 |
16.44 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits; |
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seawater influence |
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NS |
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3 |
1.00 |
- 2.00 |
0.96 |
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2020 |
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Specific Conductance |
µmho/cm |
NS |
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1,600 |
360.00 |
- 430.00 |
394.23 |
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2020 |
Substances that form ions when in water; seawater |
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Sulfate |
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NS |
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500 |
14.00 |
- 37.00 |
23.35 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits; |
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Total Dissolved Solids |
ppm |
NS |
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1,000 |
120.00 |
- 280.00 |
234.81 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits |
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Turbidity (b) |
NTU |
NS |
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5 |
ND - 0.15 |
0.02 |
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2020 |
Soil runoff |
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Runoff/leaching from natural deposits; industrial |
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Zinc, Total |
ppb |
NS |
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5,000 |
ND - 70.00 |
2.69 |
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2020 |
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Bicarbonate Alkalinity (HCO3) |
ppm |
NS |
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110.00 |
- 210.00 |
179.62 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Boron |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 130.00 |
9.23 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Bromodichloromethane |
ppb |
NS |
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ND - 22.90 |
8.13 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Bromoform |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 7.80 |
2.38 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Calcium |
ppm |
NS |
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NS |
26.30 |
- 58.90 |
47.90 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Chloroform |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 18.40 |
6.10 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Dibromochloromethane |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 25.50 |
8.33 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Hardness (CaCO3) |
ppm |
NS |
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NS |
103.00 |
150.04 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits |
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Magnesium |
ppm |
NS |
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NS |
4.33 |
- 9.29 |
7.41 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Methylene Chloride |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 0.56 |
0.02 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Molybdenum |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 4.20 |
1.73 |
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2015 |
Unknown |
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ppt |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 2.40 |
0.99 |
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2018 |
Unknown |
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pH |
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NS |
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7.47 |
- 8.15 |
7.78 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Potassium |
ppm |
NS |
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NS |
1.50 |
- 2.70 |
2.02 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Sodium |
ppm |
NS |
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NS |
10.00 |
- 41.00 |
20.77 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits |
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Strontium |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 360.00 |
170.77 |
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2015 |
Unknown |
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Total Organic Carbon |
ppm |
NS |
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NS |
1.10 |
- 2.20 |
1.61 |
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2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits |
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Vanadium |
ppb |
NS |
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ND |
3.16 |
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2015 |
Unknown |
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Xylenes, Total |
ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 2.50 |
0.17 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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ppb |
NS |
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ND - 0.78 |
0.03 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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ppb |
NS |
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3.90 |
- 5.30 |
3.72 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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ppb |
NS |
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NS |
ND - 180.00 |
20.00 |
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2020 |
Unknown |
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Definitions and Footnotes on Page 4 |
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DETECTED WATER QUALITY CONSTITUENTS - SURFACE WATER
Clarity
Water Quality Constituent |
Units |
MCL |
PHG (MCLG) |
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Turbidity (b) |
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TT = 1.0 NTU |
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0.15 |
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Conventional Filtration |
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TT = 95% of Samples ≤0.3 |
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100% of |
2020 |
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Turbidity (b) |
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TT = 1.0 NTU |
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0.26 |
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D.E. Filtration |
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Primary Standards
Likely Source of Detected Constituent
Soil runoff
Soil runoff
Microbiological |
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PHG |
MCL |
Highest Percentage of |
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Positive Samples Collected |
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Total Coliform Bacteria |
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5% (a) |
0.00% |
2020 |
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Likely Source of Detected Constituent
Naturally present in the environment
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Inorganics |
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Nitrate (as Nitrogen) |
ppm |
10 |
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10 |
ND - 0.60 |
0.30 |
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2020 |
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Floride |
ppm |
1 |
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0.14 |
- 0.16 |
0.15 |
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2020 |
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Chloride |
ppm |
NS |
500 |
31.00 |
- 46.00 |
38.50 |
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2020 |
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NS |
3 |
1.00 |
- 2.00 |
1.13 |
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Specific Conductance |
µmho/cm |
NS |
1,600 |
370.00 |
- 420.00 |
395.00 |
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2020 |
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Sulfate |
ppm |
NS |
500 |
30.00 |
- 38.00 |
34.00 |
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2020 |
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Total Dissolved Solids |
ppm |
NS |
1,000 |
110.00 |
- 220.00 |
165.00 |
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2020 |
Additional Constituents (Unregulated)
Runoff and leaching from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks and sewage; erosion of natural deposits
Erosion of natural deposits;discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits; seawater influence
Substances that form ions when in water; seawater influence
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits; industrial wastes
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits
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Hardness (CaCO3) |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
112.00 |
- 127.00 |
119.50 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Bicarbonate Alkalinity (HCO3) |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
110.00 |
- 140.00 |
133.33 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Boron |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
79.00 - 130.00 |
104.50 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Bromofluorobenzene |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
3.90 |
- 5.20 |
4.48 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Bromodichloromethane |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
1.30 - 13.00 |
8.53 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Bromoform |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
ND - 6.20 |
2.46 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Bromofluorobenzene |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
3.80 |
- 4.30 |
4.05 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Calcium |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
31.80 |
- 36.40 |
34.10 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Chloroform |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
3.90 - 15.00 |
9.06 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Dibromochloromethane |
ppb |
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NS |
NS |
3.00 - 16.00 |
7.89 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Magnesium |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
8.00 |
- 8.73 |
8.37 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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pH |
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NS |
NS |
7.90 |
- 8.06 |
7.98 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Potassium |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
2.50 |
- 2.60 |
2.55 |
2020 |
Unknown |
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Sodium |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
24.00 |
- 39.00 |
31.50 |
2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits |
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Total Organic Carbon |
ppm |
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NS |
NS |
0.87 |
- 2.40 |
1.59 |
2020 |
Runoff and leaching from natural deposits |
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ND - 4.50 |
2.77 |
2020 |
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Total Trihalomethanes |
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80 |
ND - 51.00 |
35.00 |
2020 |
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Haloacetic Acids |
ppb |
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NS |
60 |
ND - 18.00 |
13.00 |
2020 |
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Chlorine Residual |
ppm |
4 |
4 |
0.20 |
- 1.80 |
0.72 |
2020 |
Drinking water disinfectant added for treatment |
Lead and Copper Monitoring
Water Quality Constituent |
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Lead |
ppb |
15 |
2018 |
ND |
0 |
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Copper |
ppb |
1,300 |
2018 |
160 |
0 |
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Lead Monitoring for Schools |
Likely Source of Detected Constituent
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; discharges from industrial manufacturers; and erosion of natural deposits
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives
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Lead |
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15 |
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ND - 12 |
0.34 |
44 |
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Likely Source of Detected Constituent
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; discharges from industrial manufacturers; and erosion of natural deposits
Pursuant to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, Lead and Copper monitoring for the Fontana Water Company system was completed in 2018 with the collection of 50 samples. The next sampling event will commence in September 2021. In 2018
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THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY ("USEPA") AND DIVISION OF DRINKING WATER REQUIRE US TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the USEPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves
Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
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If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Fontana Water Company is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you do so, you may wish to collect the flushed water and resuse it for another beneficial purpose, such as watering plants. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/lead.
Nitrate: Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 mg/L is a health risk for infants of less than six months of age. Such nitrate levels in drinking water can interfere with the capacity of the infant's blood to carry oxygen, resulting in a serious illness; symptoms include shortness of breath and blueness of the skin. Nitrate levels above 10 mg/L may also affect the ability of the blood to carry oxygen in other individuals, such as pregnant women and those with certain specific enzyme deficiencies. If you are caring for an infant, or you are pregnant, you should ask advice from your health care provider.
This Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) reflects changes in drinking water regulatory requirements during 2020. All water systems are required to comply with the state Total Coliform Rule. Beginning April 1, 2016, all water systems are also required to comply with the federal Revised Total Coliform Rule. The new federal rule maintains the purpose to protect public health by ensuring the integrity of the drinking water distribution system and monitoring for the presence of microbials (i.e., total coliform and E. coli bacteria). The U.S. EPA anticipates greater public health protection as the new rule requires water systems that are vulnerable to microbial contamination to identify and fix problems. Water systems that exceed a specified frequency of total coliform occurrences are required to conduct an assessment to determine if any sanitary defects exist. If found, these must be corrected by the water system.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the USEPA and the State Water Resources Control Board ("State Water Board") prescribe regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations and California law also establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that provide the same protection for public health.
In addition to the constituents listed in this report, Fontana Water Company conducted monitoring for over 100 additional constituents and the results show none of those constituents detected in the water. Included in this additional monitoring were constituents for which Division of Drinking Water and USEPA have not yet set standards. The State allows us to monitor for some contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though representative, are more than one year old. For more information about water quality or public participation opportunities, contact: Eric Tarango, Water Quality Superintendent at edtarango@fontanawater.com or at (909)
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Definitions and Footnotes:
MCL = Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. Primary MCLs are set as close to the PHGs (or MCLGs) as is economically and technologically feasible. Secondary MCLs are set to protect the odor, taste, and appearance of drinking water.
MCLG = Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs are set by the USEPA.
MRDL = Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary to control microbial contaminants.
MRDLG = Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal: The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. O/S = Out of Service
ND = None Detected
NS = No Standard
NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units pCi/L = picocuries per Liter
PHG = Public Health Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. PHGs are set by the California Environmental Protection Agency.
PDWS = Primary Drinking Water Standard: MCLs and MRDLs for contaminates that affect health along with their monitoring and reporting requirements, and water treatment requirements.
ppt = parts per trillion. A ppt is equivalent to 1 second in nearly 32,000 years ppb = parts per billion. A ppb is equivalent to 1 second in nearly 32 years ppm = parts per million. A ppm is equivalent to 1 second in 11.5 days
- = Treatment Technique: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. µmho/cm = micromhos per centimeter
- = less than or equal to
(a) = When 40 or more routine samples are collected per month, no more than 5% of the samples may be total coliform positive.
- = Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We monitor it because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity can hinder the effectiveness of disinfectants.
- = Regulatory Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow.
This report along with other important information can be found on the company's website atwww.fontanawater.com. Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this public notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this public notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
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Contaminants
San Gabriel Valley Water Company - Fontana
EWG's drinking water quality report shows results of tests conducted by the water utility and provided to the Environmental Working Group by the California State Water Resources Control Board, as well as information from the U.S. EPA Enforcement and Compliance History database (ECHO). For the latest quarter assessed by the U.S. EPA (January 2019 - March 2019), tap water provided by this water utility was in compliance with federal health-based drinking water standards.
Utility details
- Serves: 213209
- Data available: 2012-2017
- Data Source: Surface water
- Total: 29
Contaminants That Exceed Guidelines
- Arsenic
- Bromodichloromethane
- Chloroform
- Chromium (hexavalent)
- Dibromochloromethane
- Dichloroacetic acid
- Nitrate
- Nitrate and nitrite
- Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
- Trichloroacetic acid
Other Detected Contaminants
- 1%2C2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane (DBCP)
- Aluminum
- Bromoform
- Chlorate
- Chloromethane
- Chromium (total)
- DCPA mono- and di-acid degradates
- Dibromoacetic acid
- Dichlorodifluoromethane
- Dichloromethane (methylene chloride)
- Fluoride
- Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
- Manganese
- Molybdenum
- Monobromoacetic acid
- Perchlorate
- Strontium
- Tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene)
- Vanadium
Reminder
Always take extra precautions, the water may be safe to drink when it leaves the sewage treatment plant but it may pick up pollutants during its way to your tap. We advise that you ask locals or hotel staff about the water quality. Also, note that different cities have different water mineral contents.
Sources and Resources
Sources Cited
Additional Resources
Fontana Tap Water
Fontana California tap water comes from four springs located in the northern part of the San Fernando Valley. It is produced under different labels and offers different water chemistry as well as varying levels of filtering. A common complaint that most consumers have with bottled water is that it is too high in contaminants, and the taste leaves an aftertaste, but Fontana offers a solution to this.
The Fontana California tap water is supposed to be better for you than other bottled waters because it undergoes a more extensive purification process. Most tap water that you find sold today is not even clean enough to drink safely, let alone taste good. You are consuming chemicals, minerals, and other harmful elements into your body when you drink it. This is not the case with Fontana. They state on their website that all of the water they sell is “ultra-pure.”
The reason for this? The water is treated using carbon dioxide and oxygen. This treatment provides the water with better color, flavor, and texture, and as a result, it is said to be healthier for you. It is better to consume pure water than consume harmful chemicals and toxins that can build up in your body over time. Bottled water has a speedy turnaround time, and once you are done with it, you are not going to have a very reliable source of water.
San Gabriel Valley Water
San Gabriel Valley Water District is one of the best water features that any homeowner could ask for. The water feature brings forth the image of rolling hills covered with green rice fields and vineyards, perfect for any outdoor activity to enjoy. Also, the water feature’s scenic views are worth it because of the natural flora and fauna that abound in this region. One can go camping in this area without worrying about being exposed to the elements. However, if you wish to have a more relaxing time when taking your family out of the valley, you need to make reservations so that you get to see this in its full glory during your vacation.
There are so many attractions in this water area, and a trip to the San Gabriel Valley Water District will allow you to explore all of them. If you are more interested in water features than other attractions in the area, this is the right place for you. There are many shows, festivals, and programs that you can attend and enjoy as a tourist in this area. You can also get to witness the different types of fish in this valley and observe how they thrive in their natural habitat.
Aside from seeing all the beautiful water features in the San Gabriel Valley, you can also try to enjoy the beauty of nature close by. There are several hiking trails that you and your family can enjoy traversing through this valley. Many tourists are attracted to this valley simply because of the peaceful atmosphere that it emits. The valley is also home to some of the most exotic wildlife in the entire world. Thus, you do not have anything to lose by booking your vacation reservations in advance.
Fontana Drinking Water
Fontana, CA, is just one of many California cities to have a contaminated drinking water supply. The reason for this is the San Francisco Bay. The city fathers realized that if they dumped the used oil from the tanks into the water, the contamination would be reduced. They took the proper precautions to ensure a healthy water supply.
The latest figures show that more than nine million people in the greater San Francisco Bay area have been exposed to some level of E-coli in their drinking water. This means that over one-quarter of the population has been negatively affected. The figures continue to increase as each day passes. There are no laws in California to protect the general public from toxic chemicals. The only thing that they can do is buy a filter that will stop the harm from those chemicals.
A person can do their part to help. They can install the correct filter, and they should also purchase the needed bottles. All these things will ensure that they have a clean water supply. It does not matter what city or county the water comes from. Protect yourself by getting your water tested and then by using the filter that will protect you.
Fontana Water Quality
Fontana, CA, is a popular fishing and vacation spot in the Northern California area and is sometimes referred to as the “Gold Coast of California.” It lies along the beautiful Pacific Ocean and is a relatively small town with about five hundred residents. The Gold Coast of California is home to such legendary surfers as legends Richard Cabong and John Collins and Hall of Famer surfer Ray Stevens and compulsive trickster John Renneback. There are many other great attractions within the city, including the historic Adobe Theatre and the giant wheel known as the Santa Barbara High Roller, which is visible from some of the local hotels. The beautiful beachfront downtown district features many shops and boutiques as well as several world-class dance bars.
When you decide that you want to go on vacation somewhere in the Northern California area, it’s essential to make sure that you can get the best water quality. There are several different options available to you, ranging from public treatment facilities to private treatment facilities. If you’re going to choose to go with a general treatment facility, there are a few things that you should know before you make your final decision. First of all, public treatment facilities use chlorine, so make sure that you don’t plan on taking your sweet time sunbathing by the pool (you’ll have fun, but you’ll be making a relatively significant investment in the process).
Remember that if you’re going to choose a private treatment facility, it’s essential to understand what kind of testing is done to ensure that the water quality is as good or better than you may be used to. Private treatment facilities will commonly use such things as UV light, whereas most public facilities don’t. However, if you are concerned with protecting your skin or hair from the sun’s harmful rays, it might be worth investing in an effective sunscreen. If you follow these tips, you’ll find that you’re able to find excellent water quality and a great experience anywhere you go!
Fontana Water Treatment
Fontana California Water Treatment Center is the best place in Southern California to get your drinking water clean. With over 40 years of service, they are well-known for their high quality and quick turnarounds. They have treated water from springs, streams, wells, and even reservoirs, making them one of the complete water treatment centers in the United States. From ordering your system to bring it home, the entire process is made easy with their knowledgeable technicians and courteous staff members.
Every time you step into a Fontana, CA home, you can be sure that you are getting the most advanced technology to treat your water. With over twenty-five different treatment options to choose from, they are sure to find a treatment system to meet both your needs and budget. Some of the courses offer complete reverse osmosis, which will remove sediment and bacteria from your water. Others will clean the water of lead, chlorine, and any other harmful chemicals, while others are designed to filter out microbes.
Other benefits to having a Fontana, CA home include energy efficiency. Since their water comes straight from the tap, every drop is cleaner than those offered by other systems. The result is a less wasteful home that uses less energy to produce the same pure freshwater amount. You may also enjoy a “green” remodel to make your family more environmentally friendly. With low maintenance costs and a guarantee of continuous excellence, you are sure to find a Fontana, California home that will be perfect for you and your family.
Fontana Water Resources Control Board
The Fontana Water Resources Control Board can be likened to a city or town board where decisions are made by the people rather than a governing body such as the city or county. Unlike a city board, there is no zoning code to keep the property from being developed, built, or zoned for future use. Instead, it is up to the people of the area to decide where to put their water source and what to do with the water they pump out of the ground. This board makes sure that these decisions are kept to the letter to get good water and ward off any harmful effects that may come along the way. Like any other governing body, this board also makes sure that new development isn’t going to upset the environment’s balance.
The Fontana Water Resources Control Board meets at least once a month and takes up most of its meeting plan. Many people live and work near the Fontana area. Some of the people who live there are in the environmental commission, while others are concerned with preserving the groundwater. All of these groups come together to work for the benefit of everyone in the area. Because the board controls the water supply, it works to make sure that people are getting what they need and taking care of the groundwater’s natural flow.
Many people worry about the amount of plastic that is being dumped into the ground each day. This board can limit how much plastic is dumped into the environment. The amount of water that is pumped out of the land also affects the state of the groundwater. Because it is up to Fontana people to regulate these different aspects of the water resources, this is one reason why the town has become known as one of the best places in the country to live.
Drinking Water Quality in Fontana
Fontana Drinking Water has always been top quality with a long-standing reputation for providing the cleanest drinking liquid available in the world. The Fontana family has been making drinking water in New York for over one hundred years. Their history and commitment to excellence are well documented. Today, the entire facility is required to meet strict government orders regarding drinking water safety.
There are many reasons that you should care about the drinking water at Fontana as well. The city’s treated water meets specific guidelines and is filtered to ensure that contaminants do not seep into the distribution system. Because they filter everything, the water tastes better and is smoother. Fontana Water has had a steady supply of clean, healthy drinking water for over one hundred years. As a result, their testing and quality control are among the best in the industry.
Fontana’s drinking water is filtered through four different purification stages, including ion exchange, sub-micron filtration, full-spectrum, and a carbon block process. The first two filtration stages are designed to remove chlorine, lead, and other heavy metals that can be found in municipal water. They also include a process called photo-disinfection to kill any bacteria or fungus that might be present. All of this ensures that the Fontana water that comes out of your tap never leaves your body.
Fontana Water Contaminants
Fontana CA is a well-known reputation for its excellent wines, and the famous L.A. wine country draws many visitors each year. A large portion of this population is made up of people who are constantly buying wine, most of which are not produced within California but instead are imported.
If you are looking at living in Fontana, CA, or investing in any property there, you must take the proper precautions before doing so. This is the case no matter where you live, whether in Los Angeles or another nearby location. It doesn’t matter if you live next door to a ski resort or just outside of Oxnard. There are chemicals and other contaminants present in the soil and groundwater that can affect you, your family, and your home in the future should you decide to move into that particular area. Even if you aren’t worried about your community’s wines, there is still something wrong with being subjected to such hazardous materials without any knowledge.
By searching online and getting professional recommendations, you should find a great home in Fontana, CA, that is away from the source of pollution. This will make it easier for you to find a home within the designated area, and it will be easier for you to get all the financing to make the purchase. Protecting yourself with a good home water filtration system now will help you avoid having to worry about the Fontana CA real estate market in the future.