Water System Report WA

Metaline Falls Town of

EPA ID: WA5354250 · 593 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero EPA violations over five years — Metaline Falls Town of has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 593.

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

593
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$303K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Metaline Falls Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,040
Median Household Income
9,323
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Metaline Falls Town of serves a community with a median household income of $59,040 and an estimated 9,323 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 80% 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

Metaline Falls Town of'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 4% of homes in Pend Oreille 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Metaline Falls Town of (EPA ID: WA5354250) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 593 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99156 in Newport.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Metaline Falls Town of (WA5354250) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metaline Falls Town of water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Metaline Falls Town of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Metaline Falls Town of serve?

Metaline Falls Town of serves approximately 593 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Metaline Falls Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
179
Unknown Material
41
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 593
Reported to Washington

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Metaline Falls Town of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Metaline Falls Town of serve?
Metaline Falls Town of serves approximately 593 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Metaline Falls Town of's water source?
Metaline Falls Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Metaline Falls Town of's service area?
The Metaline Falls Town of service area has a median household income of $59,040. EPA EJScreen data classifies 80% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Metaline Falls Town of get its water?
Metaline Falls Town of'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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