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
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Malaga Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade A
Service Area Demographics
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?
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.
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
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
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)
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 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.