San Clemente, California Water Quality Report
Comprehensive water safety analysis • Updated February 2026
San Clemente maintains excellent water quality with all 9 tested contaminants well below EPA safety limits.
Water Safety Overview
Generally Safe. San Clemente's tap water meets EPA standards. Score: 97/100.
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All Detected Contaminants
9 contaminants tested • EPA SDWIS data
| Contaminant | Level Detected | EPA Limit | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Trihalomethanes | 12.92 ug/L | 80.00 ug/L | 16.1% | Safe |
Fluoride | 0.630 mg/L | 4.00 mg/L | 15.8% | Safe |
Nitrate | 1.49 mg/L | 10.00 mg/L | 14.9% | Safe |
Mercury | 0.0003 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 14.1% | Safe |
Arsenic | 0.0013 mg/L | 0.010 mg/L | 13.4% | Safe |
Lead | 0.0019 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | 12.4% | Safe |
Haloacetic Acids | 6.66 ug/L | 60.00 ug/L | 11.1% | Safe |
Copper | 0.053 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 4.1% | Safe |
Nitrite | 0.018 mg/L | 1.00 mg/L | 1.8% | Safe |
Recommended Water Filters for San Clemente
Based on detected contaminants
Reverse Osmosis System
Best for San Clemente. Removes 95-99% of contaminants including heavy metals, PFAS, and nitrates.
- ✓ Removes lead
- ✓ Removes arsenic
- ✓ Removes nitrates
- ✓ Removes total dissolved solids
Activated Carbon Filter
Good for San Clemente. Removes chlorine, improves taste, and filters many organic compounds.
- ✓ Removes chlorine and chloramine
- ✓ Improves taste and odor
- ✓ Filters pesticides and VOCs
NSF 53 Lead Certification Required
Lead detected in San Clemente. Ensure any filter is NSF/ANSI 53 certified for lead removal.
Water System Information
SAN CLEMENTE WATER SYSTEM
- PWS ID:
- CA585809
- Population Served:
- 69,091
- Water Source:
- surface
San Clemente Water Quality Score
Based on EPA contaminant data and compliance records
Positive Findings
- Excellent overall water quality
- All tested contaminants well below EPA limits
- No violations in the past 3 years
Protect Your Family's Water
Even with good water quality, many families choose to filter their water for extra peace of mind.
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