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Folsom State Prison water quality

EPA test results and violation history for Folsom State Prison in California. Public water system ID CA3410032. Serves ZIP codes 95671.

NDmax PFOA, ppt (limit 4)
6.8max PFOS, ppt (limit 4)
1of 29 PFAS detected
—lead, ppb (90th percentile)

ND = not detected. PFAS from EPA UCMR 5 (2023–2025); lead and violations from EPA SDWIS.

What EPA records show for Folsom State Prison

  • PFAS above EPA's limit (6.8 ppt)Highest PFOA 0 ppt, PFOS 6.8 ppt in EPA UCMR 5 testing. EPA's limit is 4 ppt each.

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  • Install: None
  • Manufacturer lists IAPMO certification for lead, chromium and PFOA/PFOS reduction.
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Questions

Does Folsom State Prison water have PFAS?

Yes. EPA UCMR 5 testing detected PFOS. The highest PFOA result was 0 ppt and the highest PFOS result was 6.8 ppt, against an EPA limit of 4 ppt each.

Is Folsom State Prison tap water safe to drink?

Its PFAS levels are above EPA's new limit, which utilities must meet by the end of the decade. Lead from home plumbing isn't captured by utility data, so a certified filter is worthwhile in older homes.

What water filter should I use in Folsom State Prison's service area?

Reverse osmosis is the right fit for your water. Your utility's PFAS results exceed EPA's 4 ppt limit. Reverse osmosis is the most effective home option for PFAS and also handles lead, nitrate and arsenic.

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