Riverside County, CA · PWSID CA3310074
Temescal Valley Water District lead service lines
No lead lines reported
Temescal Valley Water District reported 6,749 service lines and no lead, galvanized-requiring-replacement or unknown lines. That's good news for the service line. Older homes can still have lead solder or brass fixtures inside, so testing is the only sure check.
0% of Temescal Valley Water District's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the California average (0.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 100%
Total service lines reported: 6,749. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 22,268; 6,899 connections.
Lead test results
Temescal Valley Water District's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was not detected, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for Temescal Valley Water District. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2023 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Temescal Valley Water District's main water source is purchased surface water. It buys treated water from Western MWD, City of Corona, Elsinore Valley MWD. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Temescal Valley Water District is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 3 other water systems: Elsinore Valley MWD, Glen Eden Sun Club, Glen Ivy Hot Springs.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Temescal Valley Water District whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Riverside County
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Temescal Valley Water District's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
92883
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Hemet MWD | 0 | 9,685 |
| Myoma Dunes Mutual Water Company | 5 | 616 |
| Box Springs Mutual WC | 42 | 0 |
| Carver Tract Mutual Water Comp | 0 | 165 |
| Banning HTS. Mutual Water Co. | 81 | 1 |
| Fisherman'S Retreat | 0 | 193 |
| Ramona Water Company | 0 | 95 |
| Stone Creek Water Company | 0 | 79 |
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Questions
Does Temescal Valley Water District have lead pipes?
Temescal Valley Water District reported no lead, galvanized-requiring-replacement or unknown service lines among 6,749 lines.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Temescal Valley Water District's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Temescal Valley Water District replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Temescal Valley Water District had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for Temescal Valley Water District.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
Embed or cite this data
Local news sites, blogs and community groups can embed this card. It updates when EPA releases new data.
Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Temescal Valley Water District lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ca/temescal-valley-water-district/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.