Water System Report WA

Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1

EPA ID: WA5336300 · 80 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 80 people served.

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

80
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$970K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$157,029
Median Household Income
59,265
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
31%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 serves a community with a median household income of $157,029 and an estimated 59,265 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Issaquah Valley Water Assn #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.

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

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 (EPA ID: WA5336300) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 80 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 (WA5336300) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 serve?

Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 serves approximately 80 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 serve?
Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 serves approximately 80 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1's water source?
Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1's service area?
The Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 service area has a median household income of $157,029. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Issaquah Valley Water Assn #1 get its water?
Issaquah Valley Water Assn #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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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