Water System Report WA

Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor

EPA ID: WA5302714 · 16,828 people served · 2 ZIP codes

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 Last verified: 2026-04-02

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
16,828
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$95,694
Median Household Income
27,978
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serves a community with a median household income of $95,694 and an estimated 27,978 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Kitsap 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

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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16,977 people
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17,037 people
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C 4 violations
City of Poulsbo
17,180 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,800
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

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 provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
98315 0.0018 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

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?

Based on EPA records, Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serve?

Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serves approximately 16,828 people across 2 ZIP codes 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.

Samples collected
116

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 →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,049
Unknown Material
643
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 16,828
Reported to Washington

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor safe to drink?
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serve?
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor serves approximately 16,828 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor's water source?
Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor's service area?
The Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor service area has a median household income of $95,694. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor get its water?
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.
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