Washakie Rural Water System
EPA ID: WY5601523 · 990 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Washakie Rural Water System (WY5601523): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Washakie Rural Water System carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 990 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Washakie Rural Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Washakie Rural Water System serves a community with a median household income of $63,342 and an estimated 7,053 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Washakie Rural Water System'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Wyoming
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Washakie Rural Water System (EPA ID: WY5601523) is a community water system in Wyoming that serves approximately 990 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 82401 in Worland.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 WY or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 82401 - Worland
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Washakie Rural Water System (WY5601523) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Washakie Rural Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Washakie Rural Water System 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 Washakie Rural Water System serve?
Washakie Rural Water System serves approximately 990 people across 1 ZIP code in Wyoming.
Where does Washakie Rural Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Washakie Rural Water System Water Quality Report, WY. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wy5601523/
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