Exceeds EPA Limit Copper EXCEEDS EPA LIMIT

Copper in Goldendale, WA Drinking Water

Copper data for Goldendale, Washington · 7,617 residents · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of Copper in Goldendale, Washington: the highest detected level is 2080 ppb; the EPA limit is 1.3 mg/L (action level). Copper carries a moderate health-risk designation.

Routine testing in Goldendale, Washington turned up Copper - samples from the public supply came back positive, placing this contaminant on the list of substances residents here have a concrete reason to look into.

2080 ppb
Max Level Detected
2080 ppb
Average Level
1.3 mg/L (action level)
EPA action level
Moderate
Health Risk
Reverse Osmosis or NSF 53 Carbon Block
Best Filter Method

Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-07-13

Copper in Goldendale Tap Water

Copper has been detected in Goldendale, Washington drinking water at a maximum level of 2080 ppb — 1.6x the EPA action level.

This analysis covers 7,617 residents across 1 ZIP code in Goldendale.

Goldendale's overall water quality grade is B (81/100).

Is Copper in Goldendale Water Safe?

Copper levels in parts of Goldendale exceed the EPA action level of 1.3 mg/L (action level). The EPA requires water systems to take corrective action when this limit is exceeded.

If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or nsf 53 carbon block filter certified under NSF 53 and testing your water independently.

Copper Levels by ZIP Code

ZIP Code Copper Level EPA Limit Status
98620 2080 ppb 1.3 mg/L (action level) Exceeds limit

Average copper level across Goldendale: 2080 ppb

Health Effects of Copper

  • Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (short-term, high levels)
  • Liver and kidney damage (long-term)
  • Particularly dangerous for people with Wilson's disease
  • Infants are more sensitive than adults

Health risk severity: Moderate. Governed by the Lead and Copper Rule.

How Copper Gets Into Drinking Water

  • Corrosion of copper household plumbing
  • Acidic (low pH) water accelerates copper leaching
  • New copper pipes leach more than aged ones
  • Mining and industrial discharge (rare for tap water)

What to Do About Copper in Goldendale Water

  1. Run water for 30-60 seconds before use (flushes stagnant water)
  2. Install an NSF 53 or NSF 58 certified filter
  3. If pH is low, consider a whole-home acid neutralizer
  4. Test first-draw morning water to check actual copper levels

Look for filters certified under NSF 53 for copper removal.

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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Copper in Goldendale, WA Drinking Water. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/copper/goldendale-wa/
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Data as of July 2026.

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