Historical Compliance Records WA

Walla Walla University

EPA ID: WA5392470 ยท 1,273 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Walla Walla University (WA5392470): 3 violations on record since 2021. Walla Walla University's EPA record lists 3 historical violations, and none is listed as open in that record; the utility supplies water to 1,273 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,273
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
Below the reporting limit
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2023-12-31)
3
Contaminants Flagged
$339K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Walla Walla University Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$64,485
Median Household Income
10,171
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Walla Walla University have a median household income of $64,485 and about 10,171 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 50% 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

Walla Walla University's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Washington

21 violations
3 violations
1 violation
0 violations
Evergreen Shores
1,329 people
0 violations

Cost of Inaction

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (ZipCheckup estimate)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Walla Walla University (EPA ID: WA5392470) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,273 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99324 in College Place.

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 Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 TTHM Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
TTHM Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Consumer Confidence Rule Other (notice or report rule) 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
Below the reporting limit No 2023-12-31

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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Walla Walla University (WA5392470) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walla Walla University water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Walla Walla University; 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 Walla Walla University serve?

Walla Walla University serves approximately 1,273 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Walla Walla University get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 3 recorded violations, review the violation types and dates; a filter certified for a specific contaminant of concern can reduce that contaminant at the tap. Monitoring or reporting violations are not something a filter addresses.
How many people does Walla Walla University serve? ▼
Walla Walla University serves approximately 1,273 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Walla Walla University's water source? ▼
Walla Walla University draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Walla Walla University's water? ▼
The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero. This is at or below the EPA lead action level, which triggers system action and is not a safe level; the EPA health goal for lead is zero.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Walla Walla University? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Walla Walla University have a median household income of $64,485 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Walla Walla University get its water? ▼
Walla Walla University's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Walla Walla University (WA): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5392470/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-wa5392470,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Walla Walla University (WA): 3 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5392470/}
}

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

Walla Walla University (EPA ID: WA5392470) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home › Water Systems › Washington › Walla Walla University

Get safety alerts for Walla Walla University, Washington

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.