ZIP Code 95816 Water Quality & Testing Report
Sacramento, CA · Sacramento County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 95816 (Sacramento, CA)?
Yes, tap water in ZIP code 95816 (Sacramento, CA) is safe to drink under EPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards. Supplied by City of Sacramento Main, the area earns an EPA Safety Grade of B (73/100) with 1 health violations, 0 ppb lead, and hard (134 mg/L / 7.8 GPG) water.
Water Safety Grade
Good — Minor issues on record
Health Violations
1
Total Violations
2
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
1
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 2 unresolved violations. Contact City of Sacramento Main for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 95816
Tap water in ZIP code 95816 (Sacramento, CA) is distributed by City of Sacramento Main (EPA ID: CA3410020), serving approximately 520,407 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of B with a composite quality score of 73/100.
Water System
City of Sacramento Main
EPA ID: CA3410020
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
520,407 residents
County
Sacramento County County, California
Lead Levels in ZIP 95816
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Data Not Available
Lead exposure risk in 95816 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 65% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
From annual CCR filing
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 95816 is Hard (134 mg/L / 7.8 GPG). Residents may notice white mineral spots on glassware, reduced soap efficiency, and mineral scale on faucets and showerheads.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: City of Sacramento Main · PWSID: CA3410020
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
City of Sacramento Main has recorded 1 health-based violation out of 2 total violations over the past 5 years. 2 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Moderate based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 1 contaminant with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Stage 2 DBP Rule.
From Consumer Confidence Report:
Haloacetic Acids (38 μg/L); Trihalomethanes (63 μg/L); Control of DBP Precursors - TOC (1.9 mg/L); Chromium, hexavalent (7.6 μg/L); Combined Radium (4.2 pCi/L)
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Lower potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 3 — lower radon potential, though the EPA still recommends testing all homes.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 95816
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 95816 served by City of Sacramento Main can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by California State Water Resources Control Board.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 95816 Recommendations
Your water quality is good
- ✓ Run cold water for 30 seconds each morning before use — especially if pipes are old
- ✓ Request your annual Consumer Confidence Report from City of Sacramento Main
- ✓ If your home was built before 1986, consider testing your own tap for lead
- ✓ Use a pitcher filter (NSF/ANSI 42 certified) for improved taste
Recommended Taste & Safety Filter:
NSF/ANSI 53 Certified Pitcher Filter
Best for removing aesthetic chlorine, odors, and low-level heavy metals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 95816 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 95816 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by City of Sacramento Main. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →