Historical Compliance Records WA

W&b Waterworks 1

EPA ID: WA5346670 ยท 1,112 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for W&b Waterworks 1 (WA5346670): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. W&b Waterworks 1 carry 1 resolved violation in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 1,112 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,112
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$586K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for W&b Waterworks 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$99,583
Median Household Income
4,531
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The W&b Waterworks 1 serves a community with a median household income of $99,583 and an estimated 4,531 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% 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

W&b Waterworks 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th 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
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How W&b Waterworks 1 compares to EPA limits

Barium 1 mg/L (50% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

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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

W&b Waterworks 1 (EPA ID: WA5346670) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,112 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98249 in Freeland.

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
January 1, 2025 Barium Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0013 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 W&b Waterworks 1 (WA5346670) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is W&b Waterworks 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for W&b Waterworks 1; 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 W&b Waterworks 1 serve?

W&b Waterworks 1 serves approximately 1,112 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does W&b Waterworks 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in W&b Waterworks 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 recorded violation, 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 W&b Waterworks 1 serve?
W&b Waterworks 1 serves approximately 1,112 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is W&b Waterworks 1's water source?
W&b Waterworks 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in W&b Waterworks 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of W&b Waterworks 1's service area?
The W&b Waterworks 1 service area has a median household income of $99,583. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does W&b Waterworks 1 get its water?
W&b Waterworks 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wandb Waterworks 1 (WA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5346670/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

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