Historical Compliance Records WA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

King County Water District #54

EPA ID: WA5339950 ยท 5,373 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for King County Water District #54 (WA5339950): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. King County Water District #54 recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 5,373 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,373
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$552K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for King County Water District #54 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$85,466
Median Household Income
50,214
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The King County Water District #54 serves a community with a median household income of $85,466 and an estimated 50,214 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

King County Water District #54'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.

Elevated 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.

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How King County Water District #54 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Washington

City of Mattawa
5,370 people
B 2 violations
City of Granite Falls
5,349 people
0 violations
A 6 violations
Water District 19
5,335 people
A 1 violation
City of Deer Park
5,435 people
F 41 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

King County Water District #54 (EPA ID: WA5339950) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 5,373 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0012 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 King County Water District #54 (WA5339950) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King County Water District #54 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for King County Water District #54; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does King County Water District #54 serve?

King County Water District #54 serves approximately 5,373 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does King County Water District #54 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

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

What contaminants are in King County Water District #54's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does King County Water District #54 serve?
King County Water District #54 serves approximately 5,373 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is King County Water District #54's water source?
King County Water District #54 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in King County Water District #54's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of King County Water District #54's service area?
The King County Water District #54 service area has a median household income of $85,466. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does King County Water District #54 get its water?
King County Water District #54'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). King County Water District #54 (WA): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5339950/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

King County Water District #54 (EPA ID: WA5339950) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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