Water System Report WA

Firgrove Mutual Inc.

EPA ID: WA5325200 ยท 36,168 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Firgrove Mutual Inc. (WA5325200): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Firgrove Mutual Inc. shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 36,168 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 80
Avg Safety Score
36,168
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0029 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$482K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Firgrove Mutual Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$109,413
Median Household Income
141,628
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
30%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Firgrove Mutual Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $109,413 and an estimated 141,628 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Firgrove Mutual Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

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.

Infrastructure Risk

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% 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. 21 detections recorded. 8 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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,350
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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 $1,950 (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

Firgrove Mutual Inc. (EPA ID: WA5325200) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 36,168 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (80/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.0029 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

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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 Firgrove Mutual Inc. (WA5325200) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Firgrove Mutual Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Firgrove Mutual Inc. 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 Firgrove Mutual Inc. serve?

Firgrove Mutual Inc. serves approximately 36,168 people across 4 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Firgrove Mutual Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
783
Detections
8
Latest sample
1/30/2024
Highest analyte
PFOS: 8.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 8.6 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBS 5.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 4.4 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Firgrove Mutual Inc. safe to drink?
Firgrove Mutual Inc. 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?
Firgrove Mutual Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Firgrove Mutual Inc. serve?
Firgrove Mutual Inc. serves approximately 36,168 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Firgrove Mutual Inc.'s water source?
Firgrove Mutual Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Firgrove Mutual Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0029 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Firgrove Mutual Inc.'s service area?
The Firgrove Mutual Inc. service area has a median household income of $109,413. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Firgrove Mutual Inc. get its water?
Firgrove Mutual Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Firgrove Mutual Inc., WA: Serves 36K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5325200/
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