Big Creek, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 82

Median Age: 24.3 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Big Creek: 93.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 0.0%

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (46.0%), Dutch (7.9%), English (7.9%), Portuguese (7.9%), Welsh (7.9%), French Canadian (4.8%).

Elevation: 4920 feet

Land Area:

Population Density:

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Big Creek, CA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Big Creek, CA and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Big Creek, CA drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Big Creek, CA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Big Creek, CA and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Big Creek, CA testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

1460 SLATER RD 201.3 miles

1460 SLATER RD
FERNDALE, WA 98248
Categories: FERNDALE WA

4280 MERIDIAN ST STE 120 202.9 miles

4280 MERIDIAN ST STE 120
BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
Categories: BELLINGHAM WA

3010 SQUALICUM PKWY 205.0 miles

3010 SQUALICUM PKWY
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Categories: BELLINGHAM WA

2980 Squalicum Parkway, Suite 201 205.0 miles

2980 Squalicum Parkway, Suite 201
Bellingham, WA 98225
Categories: Bellingham WA

2417 MERIDIAN ST STE 105 205.5 miles

2417 MERIDIAN ST STE 105
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Categories: BELLINGHAM WA

1286 MOUNT BAKER RD STE B102 208.3 miles

1286 MOUNT BAKER RD STE B102
EASTSOUND, WA 98245
Categories: EASTSOUND WA

7 DEYE LN 208.3 miles

7 DEYE LN
EASTSOUND, WA 98245
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408 W LAKE SAMISH DR 213.1 miles

408 W LAKE SAMISH DR
BELLINGHAM, WA 98229
Categories: BELLINGHAM WA

1117 SPRING ST 220.2 miles

1117 SPRING ST
FRIDAY HARBOR, WA 98250
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103 WASHBURN PL 220.6 miles

103 WASHBURN PL
LOPEZ ISLAND, WA 98261
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1211 24TH ST 222.8 miles

1211 24TH ST
ANACORTES, WA 98221
Categories: ANACORTES WA

501 30TH ST UNIT B 223.2 miles

501 30TH ST UNIT B
ANACORTES, WA 98221
Categories: ANACORTES WA

638 SUNSET PARK STE D 224.8 miles

638 SUNSET PARK STE D
SEDRO WOOLLEY, WA 98284
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2000 HOSPITAL DR 225.1 miles

2000 HOSPITAL DR
SEDRO WOOLLEY, WA 98284
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9080 S MARCH POINT RD STE A-4 225.8 miles

9080 S MARCH POINT RD STE A-4
ANACORTES, WA 98221
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1117 E DIVISION ST 229.8 miles

1117 E DIVISION ST
MOUNT VERNON, WA 98273
Categories: MOUNT VERNON WA

803 S 15TH ST 230.1 miles

803 S 15TH ST
MOUNT VERNON, WA 98274
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1400 E KINCAID ST 230.1 miles

1400 E KINCAID ST
MOUNT VERNON, WA 98274
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520 E WHIDBEY AVE STE 205 236.8 miles

520 E WHIDBEY AVE STE 205
OAK HARBOR, WA 98277
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275 SE CABOT DR STE B202 237.0 miles

275 SE CABOT DR STE B202
OAK HARBOR, WA 98277
Categories: OAK HARBOR WA

PO Box 993 105 NORFOLK RD 246.4 miles

PO Box 993 105 NORFOLK RD
Winthrop, WA 98862
Categories: Winthrop WA

708 KEARNEY ST 249.2 miles

708 KEARNEY ST
PORT TOWNSEND, WA 98368
Categories: PORT TOWNSEND WA

621 E FRONT ST 249.3 miles

621 E FRONT ST
PORT ANGELES, WA 98362
Categories: PORT ANGELES WA

939 CAROLINE ST 249.4 miles

939 CAROLINE ST
PORT ANGELES, WA 98362
Categories: PORT ANGELES WA

221 N RACE ST 249.4 miles

221 N RACE ST
PORT ANGELES, WA 98362
Categories: PORT ANGELES WA

834 SHERIDAN ST 249.7 miles

834 SHERIDAN ST
PORT TOWNSEND, WA 98368
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2500 W SIMS WAY STE 1 249.9 miles

2500 W SIMS WAY STE 1
PORT TOWNSEND, WA 98368
Categories: PORT TOWNSEND WA

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Big Creek (Big Creek Flats in the 1870s; Manzanita Park in 1902; until 1926, Cascada) is a small census-designated place in Fresno County, California, located in the Sierra Nevada on the north bank of Big Creek. It lies at an elevation of 4,984 feet (1,519 m) above sea level. Its population is 175. The ZIP code is 93605, and the community is inside area code 559.

Big Creek was built at the site of the first dam and power plant of Southern California Edison's Big Creek Hydroelectric Project, one of the most extensive in the world. Other than the private helipad owned by Southern California Edison, the only way in or out of the town is Big Creek Road, off of State Route 168. The dam has a walkway across it to the south bank, but access is limited to employees of SCE and those residents who have been given a key. Its major industries are electric power generation and tourism. There is camping and water recreation in the summer and snow skiing in the winter. Huntington Lake is to the northeast and Shaver Lake is to the south. China Peak is only about 15 kilometers (9.3 mi) away. Though Big Creek's only school is an elementary, it teaches kindergarten through 8th grade.

The penstock pipes for the original two units at Big Creek Power Houses One and Two, built 1912-13, were purchased from the Krupp Works in Germany because at that time that manufacturer produced steel pipes of the tensile strength needed to contain the very high water pressures in the pipes in the 1,500 foot (460 m) drop down to Power House One. These pipes were purchased twenty one years before the Nazi Party came to power in Germany, and before the NSDAP party even existed. There is visual evidence of swastikas (once used as a Hindu symbol of good luck) on Big Creek penstock pipe headers at Powerhouse 1 and 2. All post-World War One penstock pipes were manufactured in the United States. In addition, Big Creek is the hometown of Carver Mead, a Caltech electrical engineering professor who is responsible for developing the first Gallium Arsinide metal-semiconductor field-effect transistor (GaAs MESFET) and for his pioneering contributions to Very-large-scale integration (VLSI) design.

The first post office opened at Big Creek in 1912.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 82

Median Age: 24.3 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Big Creek: 93.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 0.0%

Poverty (breakdown):

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (46.0%), Dutch (7.9%), English (7.9%), Portuguese (7.9%), Welsh (7.9%), French Canadian (4.8%).

Elevation: 4920 feet

Land Area:

Population Density:

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