CITY REPORT WA 1 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Granite Falls, WA: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 99/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Granite Falls: A.

No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.

The water systems supplying Granite Falls show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards - consistently among the better performers in WA.

How Granite Falls Compares

Granite Falls99/100
Washington avg86/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
A · 99
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$493K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Granite Falls Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 3 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0032 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 39% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 10.74.

Granite Falls's Water Providers

5 water systems are tracked federally in Granite Falls, WA. The top 3 providers collectively serve most residential addresses, but because they operate independently, infrastructure maintenance standards and compliance histories differ from one service zone to another.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Granite Falls, Washington (population ~10,487), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 103,240 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Granite Falls: A (99/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Granite Falls water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0032 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 4 1
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
98252 A 3 1 Sno Pud 1 - Lake Stevens

All ZIP Codes in Granite Falls

  • 98252 [A] - 3 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Granite Falls Community Health Snapshot

11.1%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
9.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.1% ↑
Diabetes 9.1% ↓
Mental Health 15.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Granite Falls's Water?

Surface Water Treatment Rule 4 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed
Consumer Confidence Report Rule 2 violations
Reporting

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Granite Falls Infrastructure Age

1997
Median Build Year
39%
Built Before 1986
13%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Over the decades, Granite Falls accumulated housing from multiple construction periods. The median build year of 1997 places the midpoint of that stock near the 1986 threshold when lead solder in plumbing became federally prohibited - leaving a sizable share of homes on each side of that safety line.

1997
Median Year Built
39%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
13%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (13%) 1970–1986 (26%) Post-1986 (61%)

Most homes in Granite Falls were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Granite Falls

Remediation costs in Granite Falls are small relative to typical property values - the cost-to-value ratio here is favorable.

Median Home Value
$492,500
Est. Remediation
$1,200
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Remediation costs in Granite Falls are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 5% above the Washington average.

Granite Falls: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

39%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0032
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

39% of Granite Falls housing dates to the pre-rule era, alongside aggregate readings hovering at the federal action mark - household-level confirmation through a draw-test kit fits the local picture.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Granite Falls: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

133
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$18,205
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Granite Falls contains 133 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $18,205. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Granite Falls, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Granite Falls, WA?
Granite Falls has an average Home Safety Score of 99/100 (Grade A) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 3 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Granite Falls have?
Granite Falls water systems have a total of 3 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Granite Falls water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Granite Falls is 0.0032 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Granite Falls compare to Washington average?
Granite Falls has an average Home Safety Score of 99/100, which is above the Washington state average of 86/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Granite Falls?
Granite Falls is served by 5 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 10,487 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Granite Falls?
Estimated remediation costs in Granite Falls average $1,200 per household, ranging from $800 to $1,800. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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