Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor
EPA ID: WA5302714 · 16,828 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor (WA5302714): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 16,828 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serves a community with a median household income of $84,485 and an estimated 5,931 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor'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.
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
Comparable Water Systems
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System Overview
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor (EPA ID: WA5302714) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 16,828 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 98315 in Silverdale.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.003 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.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
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
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.
- 98315 - Silverdale
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor (WA5302714) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor 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 Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serve?
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serves approximately 16,828 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.
Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
How Water Systems Appear in Rankings
Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.
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How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor, WA: Serves 17K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5302714/
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