Water System Report WA

Smithville

EPA ID: WA53AA101 · 28 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Smithville has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 28 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

28
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$195K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Smithville Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,313
Median Household Income
5,526
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Smithville serves a community with a median household income of $48,313 and an estimated 5,526 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Smithville'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.

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

About 1% of homes in Clallam County, Washington rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,800
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.

System Overview

Smithville (EPA ID: WA53AA101) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 28 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 98331 in Forks.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Smithville (WA53AA101) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smithville water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Smithville has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Smithville serve?

Smithville serves approximately 28 people across 1 ZIP code in Washington.

Where does Smithville get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Smithville meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Smithville serve?
Smithville serves approximately 28 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Smithville's water source?
Smithville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Smithville's service area?
The Smithville service area has a median household income of $48,313. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Smithville get its water?
Smithville'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.
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