Is CCWD tap water safe to drink?
Yes, absolutely. The water coming out of your household faucet (tap) is safe to drink ─ and good for you. State and county health agencies, and your water utility make sure that your tap water is safe for consumption. There are also laws and additional state and federal agencies that help keep harmful things out of drinking water sources. California has very strict regulations for the quality of tap water and CCWD has an excellent record for delivering water that is as good as or better than required. If for some reason your water did not meet the health and safety regulations, you would be notified immediately. Each of us also has a responsibility to take care of the drinking water on our property. For example, if you use a water filter, make sure you change the filter often so bacteria don’t grow inside and spoil the water. Clean out your older plumbing or drains properly so that your water doesn’t collect odd smells, tastes, and odors.
