Water System Report WA

Coulee Dam Water Department

EPA ID: WA5315400 · 1,359 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Coulee Dam Water Department earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 1,359 people.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
1,359
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$176K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Coulee Dam Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$57,747
Median Household Income
2,155
Service Area Population
95%
Disadvantaged Population
75th
Poverty Percentile
75th
Energy Burden Percentile
82%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Coulee Dam Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $57,747 and an estimated 2,155 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 95% 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?

Surface Water

Coulee Dam Water Department's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
5th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
5th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Okanogan County, Washington rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

Coulee Dam Water Department (EPA ID: WA5315400) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,359 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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
99116 0.0017 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Coulee Dam Water Department (WA5315400) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coulee Dam Water Department water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Coulee Dam Water Department serve?

Coulee Dam Water Department serves approximately 1,359 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Coulee Dam Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

1
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
35
Unknown Material
475
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,454
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

Is water from Coulee Dam Water Department safe to drink?
Coulee Dam Water Department has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Coulee Dam Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Coulee Dam Water Department serve?
Coulee Dam Water Department serves approximately 1,359 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Coulee Dam Water Department's water source?
Coulee Dam Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Coulee Dam Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Coulee Dam Water Department's service area?
The Coulee Dam Water Department service area has a median household income of $57,747. EPA EJScreen data classifies 95% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Coulee Dam Water Department get its water?
Coulee Dam Water Department's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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3

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