Burton, WA Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
How does Burton tap water hold up under EPA scrutiny? Above average for WA — documented violations are uncommon and the safety grade reflects a clean overall record.
How Burton Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Burton Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 8.82.
Who Supplies Your Water in Burton
With one provider handling most of Burton's residential supply in WA, water service accountability is concentrated in a single utility among the 1 system on record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Burton, Washington, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 3,723 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Burton — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Burton: B (73/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Burton water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Burton
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98013 | B | WATER DISTRICT 19 | 3,723 |
All ZIP Codes in Burton
- 98013 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Burton
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Flood & Climate Risk in Burton
A moderate NFIP record for Burton — 1 insurance claim paired with 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA flood zones — points to a flood history where water-quality pathways have likely been periodically relevant.
Burton has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,800</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
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