Health Concerns Found SCHOOL DISTRICT LEAD EXCEEDS LIMIT

Lead Exceeds EPA Limit at Ocean Park School District (WA)

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · 8,093 people served · Updated 2026-06-04

Data: EPA SDWIS, NCES Last verified: 2026-06-04

B · 70

Avg Safety Score

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

Violations (5yr)

0.02 mg/L

Avg Lead Level

ZIPs Over Lead Limit

Zone 3

Radon Risk

Why School Water Quality Matters

Children drink 2–4× more water per pound of body weight than adults, making them more vulnerable to contaminants. School water quality affects students for hours every weekday.

Water Quality Overview

The Ocean Park School District in Washington spans 1 ZIP code served by 3 community water systems, providing water to approximately 8,093 people.

The average Home Safety Score across the district is B (70/100) .

Water quality in this district ranks better than 55% of ZIP codes nationally.

Why This Matters for Children

Children are more vulnerable to water contaminants than adults. The EPA and CDC identify these key risks:

Lead exposure — Even low levels of lead can affect brain development, reduce IQ, and cause behavioral problems in children. There is no safe level of lead for children.
PFAS ("forever chemicals") — Linked to immune system effects and developmental delays in children. Children drink more water relative to body weight than adults.
Nitrate — Dangerous for infants (can cause "blue baby syndrome"). Agricultural areas often have elevated nitrate.
Disinfection byproducts — Long-term exposure may increase cancer risk. School water fountains often have stagnant water that concentrates these compounds.

Lead Levels in the District

Metric	Value	EPA Threshold
Average lead level (90th percentile)	0.02 mg/L	0.015 mg/L
Highest lead level	0.02 mg/L	0.015 mg/L EXCEEDS
ZIP codes exceeding EPA action level	1 of 1	—

Lead action level exceeded in 1 area. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that water in schools contain no more than 1 ppb (0.001 mg/L) of lead — 15 times stricter than the EPA action level. Consider requesting lead testing at your child's school.

EPA Violation History

No EPA violations recorded across any water systems serving this school district in the past 5 years.

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low risk)

Water Quality by ZIP Code

ZIP Code	City	Safety Score	Violations	Health	Lead Level	Exceeds?
98640	Ocean Park	B (70)	0	0	0.02 mg/L	Yes

What Parents Can Do

Request lead testing at your child's school — The EPA's 3Ts program (Training, Testing, Taking Action) provides guidance for schools. Ask your school board about their water testing schedule.
Review the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your water utility publishes this annually. It details all detected contaminants.
Consider a water filter for your home — NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) filters are certified to remove lead. This is especially important for infant formula preparation.
Pack water from home — If you're concerned about school water quality, send your child with a water bottle filled at home (filtered if possible).
Stay informed — Bookmark this page to check for updates on water quality in your school district.

Need help with school water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe in Ocean Park School District schools?

Water systems serving Ocean Park School District have recorded 0 health-based violations in the past 5 years, and 1 area exceeds the EPA lead action level. While utilities are required to meet federal standards, individual school buildings may have older plumbing that can introduce contaminants. Parents should request lead testing results from their school.

Does Ocean Park School District test for lead in school water?

Federal law does not require schools to test for lead in drinking water (except in some states with specific mandates). The EPA's voluntary 3Ts program encourages testing. Contact your school district office to ask about their testing schedule and results.

What level of lead is safe for children?

There is no safe level of lead for children, according to the CDC. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L (15 ppb) triggers corrective action for water systems, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that school water contain no more than 0.001 mg/L (1 ppb).

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
School districts: NCES EDGE Geographic Relationship Files
Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones

Updated daily.

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