Category: Tap Water Safety

What are Public Health Goals? Maximum Contaminant Levels and water regulations in California

November 30, 2017

Public Health Goals (PHG) are often mistaken as law, however they are goals set by the state as to what level a contaminant no longer poses a significant health risk. They are not regulated, but are established as a recommendation by the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA). Conversely, Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL) are … More What are Public Health Goals? Maximum Contaminant Levels and water regulations in California

How to Understand Your Water Quality Report

July 31, 2017

Your Water Quality Report, also called Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), contains important information about the quality of the drinking water that is delivered to your home 365 days a year. As required by law, the United States Environmental Protection Agency Safe Drinking Water Act states that all public water systems notify their customers each year … More How to Understand Your Water Quality Report

Is Chromium 6 Contaminating U.S. Public Water Systems?

September 29, 2016

Evidence of chromium 6 in public water systems has been making headlines. A recent report compiled by the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit research agency, stated that higher than recommended levels of chromium 6 was found in water being delivered to two-thirds of all Americans. While this information may come across as startling, it is … More Is Chromium 6 Contaminating U.S. Public Water Systems?

Constituents of Emerging Concern: Monitoring for Contaminants in Drinking Water

August 31, 2016

In the United States, public drinking water is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Additional regulation is also enforced by individual states. The EPA is responsible for studying potential contaminants, also referred to as constituents, and determining whether they may be harmful to humans. According to the Safe Drinking Water Act, a contaminant … More Constituents of Emerging Concern: Monitoring for Contaminants in Drinking Water

Tap Water Drinks

July 21, 2016

June gloom is over and the summer heat continues throughout Southern California. If you are looking to cool down and enjoy a refreshing summer treat, why not check out some of our drink recipes made with tap water? Tap water in California is heavily regulated and safe to consume. It is the perfect ingredient for … More Tap Water Drinks

Is Tap Water Safe?

June 21, 2016

Is tap water safe to drink? Is bottled water safer than tap water? Testing of bottled water is less frequent than tap water. The EPA regulates tap water quality. Leaching of plastic in bottled water is not tested. Bacteria growth during storage is not tested in bottled water. Municipal water agencies are required to conduct … More Is Tap Water Safe?

Tap Water Day – Celebrating Southern California’s Tap Water Quality and Reliability

May 4, 2016

Tap Water Day is almost here and YourSoCalTapWater is getting excited! May 7th is a day to celebrate the important role that clean, safe tap water plays in our lives, here in Southern California. Started by the American Water Works Association, Tap Water Day is the last day of Drinking Water Week; another reason to … More Tap Water Day – Celebrating Southern California’s Tap Water Quality and Reliability

What Happens to Rainwater in Southern California?

April 26, 2016

The saying, “April showers, brings May flowers,” may get you to start thinking about rainwater and where it goes after it falls from the sky. It is true that the springtime brings new blooms and the recently bare vegetation begin to show signs of life, giving evidence that spring has arrived. While the rain brings … More What Happens to Rainwater in Southern California?

Snowpack, Snowmelt and Southern California Drinking Water

March 22, 2016

California’s drought remains at the forefront of events affecting residents, businesses and government throughout the State. Included in the topic of drought, Californians continue to hear about concerns with snowpack levels. Substantial snowpack is the determining factor to end the drought. With more than four years in a drought and the State’s major reservoirs are … More Snowpack, Snowmelt and Southern California Drinking Water