Dos Palos Water Notice Reports Trihalomethanes Above Drinking-Water Standard

DOS PALOS, MERCED COUNTY — CALIFORNIA58 LOCAL. Dos Palos’ official April 27, 2026 drinking-water notification reports that annual-average total trihalomethanes exceeded the state and federal drinking-water standard at two sampling locations. The maximum contaminant level is 80 micrograms per liter.

Local context and next steps

The notice reports results of 119.8 micrograms per liter at Sixth Street and 131.6 at M Street based on results received April 24. These numbers apply to the reported monitoring period and should not be presented as new tests collected in November.

The city states the exceedance is not an immediate emergency and does not instruct customers to switch to bottled water. It warns that long-term exposure above the limit may be linked to health concerns, and recommends that people with individual questions consult a medical professional.

The notice references flushing of the distribution system as a corrective action, but its brief statement does not provide verified follow-up testing proving the water has returned to compliance. Residents should consult the latest consumer confidence and compliance notices before drawing conclusions about current levels.

The utility contact listed in the notice is Ignacio Cervera at 209-392-2601. Tenants and workers who may not have seen the original notice can request a copy through their property manager or the city.

Source: Published government document or local source. Consult the latest municipal records for the current status of projects and applications.

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