Historical Compliance Records WA

Seven Lakes Water Association

EPA ID: WA5377660 ยท 5,823 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Seven Lakes Water Association (WA5377660): 5 EPA violations in the last five years. Over the past five years, Seven Lakes Water Association recorded 5 violations, all subsequently resolved through the EPA enforcement process - the supplier currently operates in good standing, with no active actions on file for its 5,823 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,823
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$557K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Seven Lakes Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$97,547
Median Household Income
103,499
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
27th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Seven Lakes Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $97,547 and an estimated 103,499 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Seven Lakes Water Association'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
7th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Seven Lakes Water Association 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.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 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. 1 detection 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†’

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

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Washington

Artondale
5,828 people
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A 1 violation
Benton City Water
5,626 people
C 0 violations
Moxee Water Department
5,599 people
B 20 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $1,567

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,567 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Seven Lakes Water Association (EPA ID: WA5377660) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 5,823 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 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, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 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 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Seven Lakes Water Association (WA5377660) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seven Lakes Water Association water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Seven Lakes Water Association; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Seven Lakes Water Association serve?

Seven Lakes Water Association serves approximately 5,823 people across 3 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does Seven Lakes Water Association 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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Seven Lakes Water Association's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants 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 Seven Lakes Water Association serve?
Seven Lakes Water Association serves approximately 5,823 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Seven Lakes Water Association's water source?
Seven Lakes Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Seven Lakes Water Association's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Seven Lakes Water Association's service area?
The Seven Lakes Water Association service area has a median household income of $97,547. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Seven Lakes Water Association get its water?
Seven Lakes Water Association'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.). Seven Lakes Water Association (WA): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5377660/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Seven Lakes Water Association (EPA ID: WA5377660) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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