BURLINGAME, California Tap Water Quality

884,627 people served · 8 water systems

Excellent

BURLINGAME, California is a large city with 884,627 residents served by a network of 8 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 94010.

BURLINGAME's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.

Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS

Location

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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.

ZIP Codes Served

94010

Health-Based Violations (Last 5 Years)

EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving BURLINGAME. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.

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No health-based violations in the last 5 years.

BURLINGAME's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.

Water Systems Serving BURLINGAME

SAN FRANCISCO REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM

PWSID: CA3810001

600 served

HHW&P MOCCASIN COMPOUND-SFPUC

PWSID: CA3810003

410 served

SFPUC CITY DISTRIBUTION DIVISION

PWSID: CA3810011

848,019 served

TREASURE ISLAND

PWSID: CA3810702

3,864 served

TOWN OF SUNOL - SFPUC

PWSID: CA0110012

281 served

SFPUC-PLEASANTON WELLS

PWSID: CA0110018

1 served

THOMAS SHAFT WHOLESALE

PWSID: CA3810008

1 served

CITY OF BURLINGAME

PWSID: CA4110003

31,451 served

What Can You Do?

✅ Request your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — required by law.
✅ Use an NSF-certified water filter if violations involve lead, arsenic, or PFAS.
✅ Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing (reduces lead).
✅ Check back monthly — we update data from the EPA every 30 days.

About this data

This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BURLINGAME, California tap water safe to drink?▼

This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.

How many EPA violations does BURLINGAME have?▼

BURLINGAME has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 8 water systems serving 884,627 people.

Should I use a water filter in BURLINGAME?▼

Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.

What should I do if there are violations in BURLINGAME?▼

Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.