Water System Report WA

Malaga Water District

EPA ID: WA5350500 · 2,478 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Malaga Water District: clean, five years, 2,478 residents.

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

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
2,478
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$406K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Malaga Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$79,234
Median Household Income
46,307
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Malaga Water District serves a community with a median household income of $79,234 and an estimated 46,307 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Malaga Water District'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
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Chelan 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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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B 0 violations
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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.

System Overview

Malaga Water District (EPA ID: WA5350500) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 2,478 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

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
98828 0.0019 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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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 Malaga Water District (WA5350500) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malaga Water District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Malaga Water District serve?

Malaga Water District serves approximately 2,478 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Malaga Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Malaga Water District safe to drink?
Malaga Water District 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?
Malaga Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Malaga Water District serve?
Malaga Water District serves approximately 2,478 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Malaga Water District's water source?
Malaga Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Malaga Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Malaga Water District's service area?
The Malaga Water District service area has a median household income of $79,234. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Malaga Water District get its water?
Malaga Water District'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.
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