Water System Report WA

CITY OF Rock Island Water Department

EPA ID: WA5373401 · 3,226 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for CITY OF Rock Island Water Department — the supplier serving 3,226 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
3,226
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$288K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for CITY OF Rock Island Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$64,716
Median Household Income
1,988
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The CITY OF Rock Island Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $64,716 and an estimated 1,988 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

CITY OF Rock Island Water Department'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Douglas 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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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3,258 people
D 10 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

Rock Island Water Dept City of (EPA ID: WA5373401) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 3,226 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

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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 CITY OF Rock Island Water Department (WA5373401) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CITY OF Rock Island Water Department water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, CITY OF Rock Island Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does CITY OF Rock Island Water Department serve?

CITY OF Rock Island Water Department serves approximately 3,226 people across 2 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does CITY OF Rock Island Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from CITY OF Rock Island Water Department safe to drink?
CITY OF Rock Island Water Department has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
CITY OF Rock Island Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does CITY OF Rock Island Water Department serve?
CITY OF Rock Island Water Department serves approximately 3,226 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is CITY OF Rock Island Water Department's water source?
CITY OF Rock Island Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of CITY OF Rock Island Water Department's service area?
The CITY OF Rock Island Water Department service area has a median household income of $64,716. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does CITY OF Rock Island Water Department get its water?
CITY OF Rock Island Water Department'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.

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