Water System Report WA

City of Fircrest

EPA ID: WA5325150 ยท 7,927 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Fircrest (WA5325150): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In the most recent five-year monitoring window, City of Fircrest posted zero EPA violations serving 7,927 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

7,927
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$572K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Fircrest Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,592
Median Household Income
45,863
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Fircrest serves a community with a median household income of $92,592 and an estimated 45,863 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Fircrest'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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. 4 detections recorded.

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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City of Pacific
7,925 people
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7,842 people
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8,020 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $900
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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.

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 $1,400 (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

City of Fircrest (EPA ID: WA5325150) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 7,927 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.0014 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.

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 City of Fircrest (WA5325150) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Fircrest water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Fircrest 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 City of Fircrest serve?

City of Fircrest serves approximately 7,927 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does City of Fircrest get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
207
Detections
5
Latest sample
9/29/2025
Highest analyte
PFBS: 5.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 5.4 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Fircrest meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Fircrest serve?
City of Fircrest serves approximately 7,927 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Fircrest's water source?
City of Fircrest draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Fircrest's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Fircrest's service area?
The City of Fircrest service area has a median household income of $92,592. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Fircrest get its water?
City of Fircrest'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Fircrest Water Quality Report, WA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5325150/
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