Water System Report WA

Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6

EPA ID: WA5393356 ยท 358 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 (WA5393356): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 358 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

358
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$488K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$123,259
Median Household Income
10,682
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 serves a community with a median household income of $123,259 and an estimated 10,682 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 49% 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. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,600

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 $3,600 (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

Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 (EPA ID: WA5393356) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 358 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 99005 in Colbert.

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
0.0013 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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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 Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 (WA5393356) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 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 Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 serve?

Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 serves approximately 358 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 serve?
Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 serves approximately 358 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6's water source?
Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6's service area?
The Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 service area has a median household income of $123,259. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6 get its water?
Spo Company Water District 3 Sys 6'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.

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