Water System Report WA

Darrington Water Association

EPA ID: WA5317945 · 42 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Darrington Water Association delivers safe water to 42 residents.

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

42
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$391K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Darrington Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,039
Median Household Income
2,412
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Darrington Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $75,039 and an estimated 2,412 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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

Darrington Water Association'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Snohomish 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

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $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

Darrington Water Association (EPA ID: WA5317945) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 42 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98241 in Darrington.

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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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 Darrington Water Association (WA5317945) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrington Water Association water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Darrington Water Association serve?

Darrington Water Association serves approximately 42 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Darrington Water Association get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Darrington Water Association meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Darrington Water Association serve?
Darrington Water Association serves approximately 42 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Darrington Water Association's water source?
Darrington Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Darrington Water Association's service area?
The Darrington Water Association service area has a median household income of $75,039. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Darrington Water Association get its water?
Darrington Water Association'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.
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