Water System Report WA

Fall City Water District #127

EPA ID: WA5324550 · 2,987 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Fall City Water District #127: clean, five years, 2,987 residents.

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

B · 79
Avg Safety Score
2,987
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$964K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fall City Water District #127 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$157,680
Median Household Income
87,726
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
31%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fall City Water District #127 serves a community with a median household income of $157,680 and an estimated 87,726 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Fall City Water District #127'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.015 ppt, PFHxS: 0.065 ppt, PFBS: 0.345 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.024 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
PFAS Treatment $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Fall City Water District #127 (EPA ID: WA5324550) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 2,987 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (79/100)

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
98024 0.001 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Fall City Water District #127 (WA5324550) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fall City Water District #127 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Fall City Water District #127 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Fall City Water District #127 serve?

Fall City Water District #127 serves approximately 2,987 people across 6 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Fall City Water District #127 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Fall City Water District #127 safe to drink?
Fall City Water District #127 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?
Fall City Water District #127 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fall City Water District #127 serve?
Fall City Water District #127 serves approximately 2,987 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Fall City Water District #127's water source?
Fall City Water District #127 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fall City Water District #127's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fall City Water District #127's service area?
The Fall City Water District #127 service area has a median household income of $157,680. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fall City Water District #127 get its water?
Fall City Water District #127'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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