Hunters Point Naval Shipyard - Water Quality

Groundwater Cleanup

Past activities at the Shipyard led to the contamination of both surface water and groundwater. To address this, the Navy is using various treatment methods, including injecting natural bacteria and vegetable oil into the ground, to break down and reduce harmful chemicals. These efforts help reduce pollution and restore water quality over time. Learn more about the Navy’s efforts to clean up the groundwater.

Drinking Water Safety

Drinking water in Bayview-Hunters Point is not believed to be affected by contamination from the Shipyard. San Francisco's water supply comes from the Tuolumne River near Yosemite and the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, ensuring a clean and protected source. The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) manages the city's water supply. Learn more about San Francisco’s drinking water.

The SFPUC tests the quality of San Francisco water to ensure that it meets or exceeds federal and state standards for health. SFPUC publishes annual Water Quality Reports that you can read.

Tap Water in San Francisco

Learn more about the tap water in San Francisco:

• Consider purchasing a water treatment device if you are concerned about old plumbing in their home, or to improve the overall taste. Learn more about home water treatment devices and check if your water treatment device is registered for sale in California as approved by the State Water Resources Control Board.
• Check for public notices about water quality. If there is a need to boil water, or if there is concern about the quality of drinking water, the SFPUC will notify the public. The SFPUC posts their notices online.
• Learn about efforts by SFPUC to test the quality of San Francisco water to ensure that it meets or exceeds federal and state standards for health. SFPUC publishes annual Water Quality Reports that you can read