Historical Compliance Records WA

City of Newport

EPA ID: WA5359350 ยท 3,331 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Newport (WA5359350): 127 EPA violations in the last five years. 127 total violations across five years at City of Newport - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 3,331 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,331
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
127
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
23
Contaminants Flagged
$303K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Newport 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 City of Newport 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Newport'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Detected Contaminants

How City of Newport compares to EPA limits

PFOA 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Lead 5 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

PFOA at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Lead at 5 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Washington

City of Tenino
3,336 people
A 2 violations
2 violations
City of Oroville
3,256 people
0 violations
0 violations
1 violation

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

City of Newport (EPA ID: WA5359350) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 3,331 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99156 in Newport.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 127 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 126 resolved, 1 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
January 1, 2025 Lead Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 6 No
PFNA PFAS 6 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 6 No
HAA6Br Disinfection Byproducts 6 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 City of Newport (WA5359350) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Newport water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Newport; its 127 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Newport serve?

City of Newport serves approximately 3,331 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does City of Newport get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Newport's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 City of Newport serve?
City of Newport serves approximately 3,331 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Newport's water source?
City of Newport draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Newport's service area?
The City of Newport 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 City of Newport get its water?
City of Newport'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.). City of Newport (WA): 127 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5359350/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-wa5359350,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{City of Newport (WA): 127 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5359350/}
}

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

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Newport (EPA ID: WA5359350) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Washington City of Newport

Get safety alerts for City of Newport, Washington

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.