Whitworth University
EPA ID: WA5396580 · 1,200 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Whitworth University (WA5396580): 1 violation on record since 2021. Whitworth University's EPA record lists 1 historical violation, and none is listed as open in that record; the utility supplies water to 1,200 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Whitworth University Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Whitworth 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.
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.
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System Overview
Whitworth University (EPA ID: WA5396580) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 1,200 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 99251 in Spokane.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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 |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0021 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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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.
- 99251 - Spokane
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Whitworth University (WA5396580) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whitworth University water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Whitworth University; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Whitworth University serve?
Whitworth University serves approximately 1,200 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.
Where does Whitworth University get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
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