Water Quality in Seattle, WA (98107)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98107.
Past Health-Based Violations
18 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 18 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
28,776
Population
16
Water Systems
36
Violations (5yr)
18
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
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
Trident Seafoods Corp. Akutan
1 health-basedTrident Seafoods Inc. Naknek
Circle K #476
Trident Seafoods Inc. Sand Pt
15 health-basedLeader Creek Fisheries, Inc.
Aleutian Dragon Fisheries
Obi Seafoods Llc -Alitak
2 health-basedContaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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 (98107) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 36.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.