South Fox Island Water System
EPA ID: WA5315532 · 493 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for South Fox Island Water System (WA5315532): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, South Fox Island Water System kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 493 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for South Fox Island Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The South Fox Island Water System serves a community with a median household income of $172,917 and an estimated 3,365 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?
South Fox Island 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.
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
Similar-sized systems in Washington
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
South Fox Island Water System (EPA ID: WA5315532) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 493 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 98333 in Fox Island.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by WA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 98333 - Fox Island
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for South Fox Island Water System (WA5315532) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Fox Island Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for South Fox Island Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does South Fox Island Water System serve?
South Fox Island Water System serves approximately 493 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does South Fox Island Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). South Fox Island Water System Water Quality Report, WA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5315532/
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