Monitoring Violations WA

Sallal Water Association Inc.

EPA ID: WA5375560 · 6,600 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal compliance records for Sallal Water Association Inc. list 1 open violation that have not yet been resolved — the utility serves approximately 6,600 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

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

B · 81
Avg Safety Score
6,600
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$846K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sallal Water Association Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$172,015
Median Household Income
32,208
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
23th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sallal Water Association Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $172,015 and an estimated 32,208 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% 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

Sallal Water Association Inc.'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
13th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
53th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in King 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
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 58% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Sallal Water Association Inc. compares to EPA limits

Barium 1 mg/L (50% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,400
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Sallal Water Association Inc. (EPA ID: WA5375560) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 6,600 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (81/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2023 Barium Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
98068 0.004 mg/L No N/A

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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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

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 Sallal Water Association Inc. (WA5375560) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sallal Water Association Inc. water safe to drink?

Sallal Water Association Inc. has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Sallal Water Association Inc. serve?

Sallal Water Association Inc. serves approximately 6,600 people across 3 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Sallal Water Association Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
232

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Sallal Water Association Inc. safe to drink?
Sallal Water Association Inc. earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Sallal Water Association Inc.'s water?
Detected contaminants include Barium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 recorded violation, 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 Sallal Water Association Inc. serve?
Sallal Water Association Inc. serves approximately 6,600 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Sallal Water Association Inc.'s water source?
Sallal Water Association Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sallal Water Association Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sallal Water Association Inc.'s service area?
The Sallal Water Association Inc. service area has a median household income of $172,015. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sallal Water Association Inc. get its water?
Sallal Water Association Inc.'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.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Sallal Water Association Inc. (EPA ID: WA5375560) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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