Historical Compliance Records WA 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Good Neighbors Water Assn

EPA ID: WA5376468 ยท 40 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Good Neighbors Water Assn (WA5376468): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Good Neighbors Water Assn encountered 4 violations, each subsequently remedied and closed - today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 40 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

Data: EPA SDWIS

40
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$357K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Good Neighbors Water Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,227
Median Household Income
33,080
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Good Neighbors Water Assn serves a community with a median household income of $90,227 and an estimated 33,080 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Good Neighbors Water Assn'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Good Neighbors Water Assn compares to EPA limits

Lead 4 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

Lead at 4 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.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,400

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.)

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 $3,400 (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

Good Neighbors Water Assn (EPA ID: WA5376468) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 40 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99337 in Kennewick.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 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, 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 Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 4 Yes

Health Risk Details

Lead (EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level))

Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults At-risk groups: infants, children under 6, pregnant women.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, distillation, certified carbon block filter (NSF/ANSI 53). Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0006 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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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 Good Neighbors Water Assn (WA5376468) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Good Neighbors Water Assn water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Good Neighbors Water Assn; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Good Neighbors Water Assn serve?

Good Neighbors Water Assn serves approximately 40 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Good Neighbors Water Assn get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Good Neighbors Water Assn's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead. 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 Good Neighbors Water Assn serve?
Good Neighbors Water Assn serves approximately 40 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Good Neighbors Water Assn's water source?
Good Neighbors Water Assn draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Good Neighbors Water Assn's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Good Neighbors Water Assn's service area?
The Good Neighbors Water Assn service area has a median household income of $90,227. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Good Neighbors Water Assn get its water?
Good Neighbors Water Assn'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Good Neighbors Water Assn (WA): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5376468/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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