Water System Report WA

Western Ranchettes Inc.

EPA ID: WA5395123 ยท 250 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Western Ranchettes Inc. (WA5395123): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at Western Ranchettes Inc. shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 250 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

250
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0026 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$472K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Western Ranchettes Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$109,972
Median Household Income
32,195
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
20%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Western Ranchettes Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $109,972 and an estimated 32,195 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Western Ranchettes Inc.'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
0th
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

19 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
46 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 29% 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. 2 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.
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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 $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $1,800 (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

Western Ranchettes Inc. (EPA ID: WA5395123) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 250 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98375 in Puyallup.

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
0.0026 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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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 Western Ranchettes Inc. (WA5395123) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Western Ranchettes Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Western Ranchettes Inc. 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 Western Ranchettes Inc. serve?

Western Ranchettes Inc. serves approximately 250 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Western Ranchettes Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Western Ranchettes Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Western Ranchettes Inc. serve?
Western Ranchettes Inc. serves approximately 250 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Western Ranchettes Inc.'s water source?
Western Ranchettes Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Western Ranchettes Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0026 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Western Ranchettes Inc.'s service area?
The Western Ranchettes Inc. service area has a median household income of $109,972. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Western Ranchettes Inc. get its water?
Western Ranchettes Inc.'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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