Historical Compliance Records WA

Marion Water Company Inc.

EPA ID: WA5351750 ยท 966 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Marion Water Company Inc. (WA5351750): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. Marion Water Company Inc.'s record shows 4 remedied violations - all cleared, currently compliant, 966 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

966
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
3
Contaminants Flagged
$524K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marion Water Company Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$127,081
Median Household Income
17,601
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marion Water Company Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $127,081 and an estimated 17,601 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Marion Water Company Inc.'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Marion Water Company Inc. compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.015 ppt, PFHxS: 0.065 ppt, PFBS: 0.345 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.024 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Marion Water Company Inc. (EPA ID: WA5351750) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 966 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98321 in Buckley.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-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 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 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.

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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 Marion Water Company Inc. (WA5351750) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion Water Company Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Marion Water Company Inc.; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Marion Water Company Inc. serve?

Marion Water Company Inc. serves approximately 966 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Marion Water Company Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Marion Water Company Inc.'s water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 3 contaminants 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 Marion Water Company Inc. serve?
Marion Water Company Inc. serves approximately 966 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Marion Water Company Inc.'s water source?
Marion Water Company Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Marion Water Company Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Marion Water Company Inc.'s service area?
The Marion Water Company Inc. service area has a median household income of $127,081. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Marion Water Company Inc. get its water?
Marion Water Company Inc.'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.

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1

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