Water System Report WA

Fall City Water District #127

EPA ID: WA5324550 ยท 2,987 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fall City Water District #127 (WA5324550): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for Fall City Water District #127: clean, five years, 2,987 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,987
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท 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

Service Area Demographics

$164,058
Median Household Income
51,710
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
24%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fall City Water District #127 serves a community with a median household income of $164,058 and an estimated 51,710 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง 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

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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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2,977 people
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2,954 people
0 violations
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,650

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 $1,650 (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 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

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
0.001 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 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Fall City Water District #127 (WA5324550) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fall City Water District #127 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 Fall City Water District #127 serve?

Fall City Water District #127 serves approximately 2,987 people across 4 ZIP codes in Washington.

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

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 4 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 $164,058. 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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