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Auburn, California: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 21 community water systems serving 124,285+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Auburn Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Auburn tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 21 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

Auburn Water Quality Overview

Auburn, California is served by 21 community water systems providing water to approximately 124,285 residents. These systems draw from groundwater (13), surface water (7), surface water purchased (1) sources. Auburn water systems have recorded 3 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 11 total violations on record.

21
Water Systems
3
Health Violations
21/21
Rated A or B
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All 21 water systems in Auburn

PLACER CWA - FOOTHILL A
AUBURN, CA · 89,544 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CWA - AUBURN/BOWMAN A
AUBURN, CA · 27,294 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CWA - COLFAX A
AUBURN, CA · 3,149 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
PCWA - WEIMAR A
AUBURN, CA · 1,689 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CWA - ALTA A
AUBURN, CA · 748 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CSA - SHERIDAN A
AUBURN, CA · 653 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
AUBURN VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICE DIS A
AUBURN, CA · 290 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
PALISADES WATER SYSTEM A
AUBURN, CA · 200 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CWA - APPLEGATE A
AUBURN, CA · 190 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CWA - BIANCHI ESTATES A
AUBURN, CA · 110 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations
APPLEGATE PARK A
AUBURN, CA · 100 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
NELSON INDUSTRIAL PARK A
AUBURN, CA · 62 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
PLACER CWA - MONTE VISTA A
AUBURN, CA · 46 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations
STREETER INDUSTRIAL PLAZA A
AUBURN, CA · 35 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
PG&E MIDDLE BLUE LAKES C.G. A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
PG&E LOWER BLUE LAKES C.G. A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
PG&E UPPER BLUE LAKES C.G. A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
LODGEPOLE CAMPGROUND A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
EASTERN REGIONAL SANITARY LANDFILL WATER A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
BEAR VALLEY, SIERRA DISCOVERY TRAIL A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
KIDD LAKE A
AUBURN, CA · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full California tap water safety report covering California’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Auburn Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auburn, California tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Auburn tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 21 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

How many water utilities serve Auburn, California?

21 community water systems serve Auburn, California, providing water to approximately 124,285 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Auburn tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Auburn drinking water?

EPA violation records for Auburn water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Auburn?

Enter your Auburn ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).