Historical Compliance Records WA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Meadowmeer

EPA ID: WA5353275 ยท 1,157 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Meadowmeer (WA5353275): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Meadowmeer's record shows 3 remedied violations - all cleared, currently compliant, 1,157 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,157
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.016 mg/L
Max Lead Level - Exceeds Limit
3
Contaminants Flagged
$1.1M
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Meadowmeer Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$159,882
Median Household Income
24,607
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meadowmeer serves a community with a median household income of $159,882 and an estimated 24,607 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% 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

Meadowmeer'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.

Moderate 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. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Meadowmeer compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,800
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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.)

Lead Exposure - Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,280
10 years
$10,560
20 years
$21,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $10,560 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

Meadowmeer (EPA ID: WA5353275) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,157 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98110 in Bainbridge Island.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 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
March 31, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.016 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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.

  • 98110 - Bainbridge Island

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Meadowmeer (WA5353275) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meadowmeer water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Meadowmeer; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Meadowmeer serve?

Meadowmeer serves approximately 1,157 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Meadowmeer get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Meadowmeer's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, 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 Meadowmeer serve?
Meadowmeer serves approximately 1,157 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Meadowmeer's water source?
Meadowmeer draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Meadowmeer's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.016 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Meadowmeer's service area?
The Meadowmeer service area has a median household income of $159,882. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Meadowmeer get its water?
Meadowmeer'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Meadowmeer (WA): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5353275/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Meadowmeer (EPA ID: WA5353275) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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