Water System Report WA

Skagit Company Water District #1

EPA ID: WA5300392 ยท 1,974 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Skagit Company Water District #1 (WA5300392): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Skagit Company Water District #1 has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,974 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,974
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$384K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Skagit Company Water District #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,266
Median Household Income
32,080
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Skagit Company Water District #1 serves a community with a median household income of $76,266 and an estimated 32,080 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Skagit Company Water District #1's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.015 ppt, PFHxS: 0.065 ppt, PFBS: 0.345 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.024 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,450 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Skagit Company Water District #1 (EPA ID: WA5300392) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,974 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

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

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

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 WA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Skagit Company Water District #1 (WA5300392) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skagit Company Water District #1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Skagit Company Water District #1 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Skagit Company Water District #1 serve?

Skagit Company Water District #1 serves approximately 1,974 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Skagit Company Water District #1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Skagit Company Water District #1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Skagit Company Water District #1 serve?
Skagit Company Water District #1 serves approximately 1,974 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Skagit Company Water District #1's water source?
Skagit Company Water District #1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Skagit Company Water District #1's service area?
The Skagit Company Water District #1 service area has a median household income of $76,266. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Skagit Company Water District #1 get its water?
Skagit Company Water District #1's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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