Water Quality in Yuba City, CA
Yuba City's water has 2 contaminants above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
YUBA CITY WATER
People Served
75,322
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Mar 8, 2023
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (2)
Chloroform
What is Chloroform?
Member of trihalomethanes (THMs) that form in water treated with chlorine and is generally the most abundant THM formed in drinking water
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for chloroform have been developed based on kidney and liver carcinogenicity observed in animal studies, and liver toxicity observed in occupational studies. The EPA classifies chloroform as a probable human carcinogen based on animal evidence, and there is additional epidemiological evidence that may increase the risk of colon and bladder cancer in humans. Results from animal studies also suggest that exposure to chloroform can cause liver, developmental and immune toxicity. Acute exposure to low levels of chloroform will cause nervous system toxicity.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Radium 228
What is Radium 228?
Radium-228 is a radioactive isotope of radium that occurs naturally in uranium and thorium ores. It is part of the decay chain of uranium-232 and has a half-life of 5.75 years. Radium-228 can be found in groundwater and can contaminate drinking water supplies.
Health Effects
Exposure to radium-228 can lead to an increased risk of cancer, particularly bone cancer, due to its radioactive properties. Long-term exposure can also affect the kidneys and other organs.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Yuba City
Based on Yuba City's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
GHP Group Inc.
VRO-3Q VRO-3Q
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
20.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
GHP Group Inc.
PUN3RO PUN3RO
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
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Solventum Purification Inc.
CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.59 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Senwater Systems, LLC.
TRO508 TRO508
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
11 gpd
Removes 17 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +12 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Yuba City's water has 2 contaminants above health guidelines. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.