Historical Compliance Records WA

Samish Farms Water Assn

EPA ID: WA5375645 ยท 1,017 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Samish Farms Water Assn (WA5375645): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. On record: Samish Farms Water Assn, 3 violations, all resolved, 1,017 in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,017
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0053 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$466K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Samish Farms Water Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$83,560
Median Household Income
51,719
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Samish Farms Water Assn serves a community with a median household income of $83,560 and an estimated 51,719 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Samish Farms Water Assn's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Samish Farms Water Assn compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.015 ppt, PFHxS: 0.065 ppt, PFBS: 0.345 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.024 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,400
PFAS Treatment $333
Total Estimated Cost $1,733

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,733 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Samish Farms Water Assn (EPA ID: WA5375645) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,017 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 0 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
July 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0053 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.

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

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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 Samish Farms Water Assn (WA5375645) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samish Farms Water Assn water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Samish Farms Water Assn; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Samish Farms Water Assn serve?

Samish Farms Water Assn serves approximately 1,017 people across 3 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Samish Farms Water Assn get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Samish Farms Water Assn's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Samish Farms Water Assn serve?
Samish Farms Water Assn serves approximately 1,017 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Samish Farms Water Assn's water source?
Samish Farms Water Assn draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Samish Farms Water Assn's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0053 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Samish Farms Water Assn's service area?
The Samish Farms Water Assn service area has a median household income of $83,560. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Samish Farms Water Assn get its water?
Samish Farms Water Assn's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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