Canterwood Water System
EPA ID: WA5305859 · 1,805 people served · 3 ZIP codes
Zero EPA violations over five years — Canterwood Water System has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 1,805.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Canterwood Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Canterwood Water System serves a community with a median household income of $122,827 and an estimated 59,119 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Canterwood Water System'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
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
Canterwood Water System (EPA ID: WA5305859) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,805 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.
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
Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs 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 Canterwood Water System (WA5305859) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Canterwood Water System water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Canterwood Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Canterwood Water System serve?
Canterwood Water System serves approximately 1,805 people across 3 ZIP codes in Washington.
Where does Canterwood Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.