Water System Report WA

Goose Gap Water Association

EPA ID: WA5303404 · 25 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Goose Gap Water Association has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 25.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

25
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$399K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 43% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Goose Gap Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,738
Median Household Income
62,218
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Goose Gap Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $92,738 and an estimated 62,218 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Goose Gap Water Association'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Benton 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 58% 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. 16 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 exceed state limits.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $2,200 (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

Goose Gap Water Association (EPA ID: WA5303404) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 25 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Goose Gap Water Association (WA5303404) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goose Gap Water Association water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Goose Gap Water Association has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Goose Gap Water Association serve?

Goose Gap Water Association serves approximately 25 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Goose Gap Water Association get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Goose Gap Water Association meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Goose Gap Water Association serve?
Goose Gap Water Association serves approximately 25 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Goose Gap Water Association's water source?
Goose Gap Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Goose Gap Water Association's service area?
The Goose Gap Water Association service area has a median household income of $92,738. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Goose Gap Water Association get its water?
Goose Gap Water Association'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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