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Utilities Summary for Arcata, CA
Electric Companies:
1
Natural Gas Companies:
11
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
1
Municipal Electricity:
No
Arcata Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
91.03%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
0.22%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
0.22%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.
Arcata's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Ground Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Copper
1500 ppb
Health standard: 1300 ppb
Legal limit: 1300 ppb
Lead
5 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
46.2 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.254 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.1855 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
5.0548 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
1.9683 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
6.7988 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
316.6667 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.6367 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.
Not at this time, the state of California has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to Arcata is Pacific Gas & Electric.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Arcata, CA?
Yes, the state of California has deregulated its natural gas utilities. Deregulation of gas service allows for multiple providers and allows customers to choose between providers and plans that best fit their needs. Assuming your area has started enabling retail gas competition, you can choose between Pacific Gas & Electric and Ambit Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Arcata.
Does Arcata offer municipal electricity services?
No, Arcata does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Arcata area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Arcata, City Of.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Arcata?
AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet service provider in Arcata, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps to 77.35% of the city.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in Arcata?
XOOM Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in Arcata, offering plans starting at $0.589 /therm.