Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling
EPA ID: DC0000004 ยท 19,312 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling (DC0000004): 3 health-based violations recorded since 2021. Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling's EPA record lists 29 historical violations, and none is listed as open in that record; the utility supplies water to 19,312 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling have a median household income of $48,146 and about 38,828 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 35% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 2 detections recorded.
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling (EPA ID: DC0000004) is a community water system in District of Columbia that serves approximately 19,312 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 20032 in Washington.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 21 resolved, 8 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| February 1, 2026 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2026 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2026 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| December 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| December 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| September 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Nitrate | Non-health-based | Archived |
| September 23, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| August 19, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 31, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 15, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Nitrite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique, Monitoring & Reporting | 8 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 6 | No |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 4 | No |
| Nitrate | Monitoring & Reporting | 3 | No |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | No |
| Nitrite | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| TTHM | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
E. coli (EPA limit: MCLG of zero; positive samples require repeat testing under the Revised Total Coliform Rule)
Some E. coli strains can cause severe GI illness and kidney failure, especially in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): UV disinfection, chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0005 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by DC or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 20032 - Washington
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling (DC0000004) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling; its 29 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling serve?
Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling serves approximately 19,312 people across 1 ZIP code in District of Columbia.
Where does Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected; the table compares each one with the EPA MCL where one exists (April 2024 rule, compliance required from 2029) and with this state's enforceable standard where one exists.
EPA's April 2024 PFAS rule sets MCLs of 4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS and 10 ppt for PFHxS, PFNA and HFPO-DA (GenX); water systems must comply from 2029. Other PFAS compounds have no individual federal MCL. A state standard is shown only where this system's state has its own enforceable PFAS limit. Detection results are EPA UCMR5 samples, not a measurement at your tap.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ per-system federal sampling, 2023โ2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling (DC): 3 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/dc0000004/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling (EPA ID: DC0000004) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.