Water System Report WA

Walczak 620

EPA ID: WA5392350 ยท 256 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Walczak 620 (WA5392350): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Walczak 620's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric - no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 256 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

256
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0089 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$577K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Walczak 620 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$116,613
Median Household Income
22,135
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Walczak 620 serves a community with a median household income of $116,613 and an estimated 22,135 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% 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

Walczak 620'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $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

Walczak 620 (EPA ID: WA5392350) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 256 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98022 in Enumclaw.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0089 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

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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 Walczak 620 (WA5392350) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walczak 620 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Walczak 620 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Walczak 620 serve?

Walczak 620 serves approximately 256 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Walczak 620 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Walczak 620 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Walczak 620 serve?
Walczak 620 serves approximately 256 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Walczak 620's water source?
Walczak 620 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Walczak 620's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0089 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Walczak 620's service area?
The Walczak 620 service area has a median household income of $116,613. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Walczak 620 get its water?
Walczak 620'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Walczak 620 Water Quality Report, WA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5392350/
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