Adams County Water District #1
EPA ID: WA5322525 · 870 people served · 1 ZIP code
Water monitoring history at Adams County Water District #1 shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 870 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Adams County Water District #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Adams County Water District #1 serves a community with a median household income of $64,266 and an estimated 19,458 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?
Adams County Water District #1'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 2% of homes in Adams 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
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
Adams County Water District #1 (EPA ID: WA5322525) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 870 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 99344 in Othello.
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
- 99344 — Othello
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Adams County Water District #1 (WA5322525) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Adams County Water District #1 water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Adams County Water District #1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Adams County Water District #1 serve?
Adams County Water District #1 serves approximately 870 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does Adams County Water District #1 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.