Rathbone Park Water Assoc
EPA ID: WA5371290 · 240 people served · 1 ZIP code
Unlike many utilities its size, Rathbone Park Water Assoc carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 240 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rathbone Park Water Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Rathbone Park Water Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $88,566 and an estimated 28,061 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rathbone Park Water Assoc'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 2% of homes in Whatcom County, Washington rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Rathbone Park Water Assoc (EPA ID: WA5371290) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 240 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 98248 in Ferndale.
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
- 98248 — Ferndale
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Rathbone Park Water Assoc (WA5371290) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rathbone Park Water Assoc water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Rathbone Park Water Assoc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Rathbone Park Water Assoc serve?
Rathbone Park Water Assoc serves approximately 240 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does Rathbone Park Water Assoc get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.