Water System Report WA

Ponderosa Park Water System

EPA ID: WA5315571 · 381 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ponderosa Park Water System (WA5315571): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Ponderosa Park Water System stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 381 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
381
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$289K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Ponderosa Park Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$76,126
Median Household Income
8,079
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ponderosa Park Water System serves a community with a median household income of $76,126 and an estimated 8,079 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: 67% 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

Ponderosa Park 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 68% 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 $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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

Ponderosa Park Water System (EPA ID: WA5315571) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 381 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

Need help with your water quality?

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

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Ponderosa Park Water System (WA5315571) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ponderosa Park Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Ponderosa Park 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 Ponderosa Park Water System serve?

Ponderosa Park Water System serves approximately 381 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Ponderosa Park Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Ponderosa Park Water System safe to drink?
Ponderosa Park Water System earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Ponderosa Park Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Ponderosa Park Water System serve?
Ponderosa Park Water System serves approximately 381 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Ponderosa Park Water System's water source?
Ponderosa Park Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Ponderosa Park Water System's service area?
The Ponderosa Park Water System service area has a median household income of $76,126. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Ponderosa Park Water System get its water?
Ponderosa Park 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ponderosa Park Water System Water Quality Report, WA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5315571/
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