Question 1

Where does utility provider data come from?

Accepted Answer

Utility data is compiled from Census Bureau ACS housing data (heating fuel, costs), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) for water systems, and state utility commission records. Provider names and service areas come from utility filings and municipal records.

Question 2

What is included in monthly housing costs?

Accepted Answer

Census Bureau housing cost data includes mortgage or rent payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities (electric, gas, water, sewer), and condominium fees if applicable. The median housing cost gives a typical monthly total for homeowners or renters in the municipality.

Question 3

How do I find out who provides my water?

Accepted Answer

Your water provider is typically the municipal water department or a regional water commission. Check your water bill for the provider name, or search the EPA's SDWIS database. This page lists all public water systems serving this area along with any violations.

Name▲▼	Type▲▼	Status▲▼	Population Served▼
SNOW SUMMIT	Non-Transient Non-Community	Active	75,500i
BIG BEAR LAKE DWP - BIG BEAR SYSTEM	Community	Active	26,132
DWP - SUGARLOAF/ERWIN LAKE	Community	Inactive	3,422
DWP - FAWNSKIN	Community	Active	1,271
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER	Community	Active	239
BIG BEAR SHORES RV RESORT	Transient Non-Community	Active	134
SNOW VALLEY MOUNTAIN RESORT	Transient Non-Community	Active	35
BIG BEAR MUNICIPAL WATER DIST	Community	Inactive	25

Name▲▼	Type▲▼	Status▲▼	Population Served▼
SNOW SUMMIT	Non-Transient Non-Community	Active	75,500i
BIG BEAR LAKE DWP - BIG BEAR SYSTEM	Community	Active	26,132
DWP - SUGARLOAF/ERWIN LAKE	Community	Inactive	3,422
DWP - FAWNSKIN	Community	Active	1,271
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER	Community	Active	239
BIG BEAR SHORES RV RESORT	Transient Non-Community	Active	134
SNOW VALLEY MOUNTAIN RESORT	Transient Non-Community	Active	35
BIG BEAR MUNICIPAL WATER DIST	Community	Inactive	25