Mount Forest Water System
EPA ID: WA5355874 · 50 people served · 1 ZIP code
Mount Forest Water System earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 50 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Mount Forest Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Mount Forest Water System serves a community with a median household income of $120,571 and an estimated 52,005 residents across its service area.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mount Forest Water System'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 Snohomish 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
Mount Forest Water System (EPA ID: WA5355874) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 50 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 98258 in Lake Stevens.
Violation History
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
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
- 98258 — Lake Stevens
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mount Forest Water System (WA5355874) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Forest Water System water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Mount Forest Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Mount Forest Water System serve?
Mount Forest Water System serves approximately 50 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does Mount Forest Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.