Water System Report WA

Amboy Clark Public Utilities

EPA ID: WA5304625 · 991 people served · 14 ZIP codes

Amboy Clark Public Utilities carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 991 residents.

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

991
People Served
14
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$442K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Amboy Clark Public Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$84,590
Median Household Income
356,538
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Amboy Clark Public Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $84,590 and an estimated 356,538 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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

Amboy Clark Public Utilities'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
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Clark 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 62% 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. 72 detections recorded. 24 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 12 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 Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,286
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $514
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,300

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 $3,300 (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

Amboy Clark Public Utilities (EPA ID: WA5304625) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 991 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 14 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

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 Amboy Clark Public Utilities (WA5304625) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amboy Clark Public Utilities water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Amboy Clark Public Utilities has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Amboy Clark Public Utilities serve?

Amboy Clark Public Utilities serves approximately 991 people across 14 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Amboy Clark Public Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
0
Unknown Material
130
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: 991
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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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Amboy Clark Public Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Amboy Clark Public Utilities serve?
Amboy Clark Public Utilities serves approximately 991 people with drinking water across 14 ZIP codes.
What is Amboy Clark Public Utilities's water source?
Amboy Clark Public Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Amboy Clark Public Utilities's service area?
The Amboy Clark Public Utilities service area has a median household income of $84,590. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Amboy Clark Public Utilities get its water?
Amboy Clark Public Utilities'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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