Water System Report WA

Long Beach Water Department

EPA ID: WA5348000 · 4,592 people served · 3 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Long Beach Water Department shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 4,592 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

A · 95
Avg Safety Score
4,592
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0038 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$332K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Long Beach Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$59,511
Median Household Income
5,799
Service Area Population
57%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Long Beach Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $59,511 and an estimated 5,799 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 57% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Long Beach Water Department'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Pacific County, Washington rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 83% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Lead Pipe Replacement
Flood Insurance $1,600
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,420
Total Estimated Cost $3,020

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.

System Overview

Long Beach Water Department (EPA ID: WA5348000) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 4,592 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (95/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
98631 0.0038 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Long Beach Water Department (WA5348000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Long Beach Water Department water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Long Beach Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Long Beach Water Department serve?

Long Beach Water Department serves approximately 4,592 people across 3 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Long Beach Water Department 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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Long Beach Water Department safe to drink?
Long Beach Water Department earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Long Beach Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Long Beach Water Department serve?
Long Beach Water Department serves approximately 4,592 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Long Beach Water Department's water source?
Long Beach Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Long Beach Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0038 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Long Beach Water Department's service area?
The Long Beach Water Department service area has a median household income of $59,511. EPA EJScreen data classifies 57% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Long Beach Water Department get its water?
Long Beach Water Department'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.
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