Elkhorn Water District
EPA ID: WA5300489 · 41 people served · 1 ZIP code
For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Elkhorn Water District has supplied tap water to 41 residents with no violations of any type on record.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Elkhorn Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Elkhorn Water District serves a community with a median household income of $114,801 and an estimated 14,986 residents across its service area.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Elkhorn Water District'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.
About 1% of homes in Pierce County, Washington rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Elkhorn Water District (EPA ID: WA5300489) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 41 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 98360 in Orting.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 98360 — Orting
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Elkhorn Water District (WA5300489) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elkhorn Water District water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Elkhorn Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Elkhorn Water District serve?
Elkhorn Water District serves approximately 41 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does Elkhorn Water District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.