Water Quality in Seattle, WA (98042)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98042.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 77% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
50,216
Population
22
Water Systems
18
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Seattle Public Utilities
Bellevue City Of
Kent Water Department
All resolvedRedmond Water System City Of
Lakehaven Water And Sewer District
All resolvedHighline Water District
Auburn City Of
Renton City Of
Northshore Utility District
Covington Water District
Lake Meridian Water District
All resolvedSugarloaf Water System
Lake Meridian Estates (Mhp)
All resolvedCedar Grove Mobile Home Park
Sunrise Resort At Page Springs
Sunrise Resorts Clints Well
4 health-basedLake Easton Resort
Sunrise Resorts Copalis Beach
All resolvedErwin Estates
U-Firs #2
Cope Water System
Waltenburg
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Seattle (98042) has more violations than 77% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 18.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.