Water Quality in Tacoma, WA (98321)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98321.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 9 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,150
Population
19
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Tacoma Water Division City Of
Southwood
All resolvedLakewood Water District
Bonney Lake Water Department City
All resolvedPacific City Of
Buckley Water
All resolvedWhite River Middle School
Rainier School
1 health-basedRainier Ranch Maintenance Assn
Golden Valley Estates
Burnett Water District
All resolvedSandy Acres Mobile Home Park
Warden Home Estates
Fennel Hts Maintenance Water System
Liberty Enterprises
White River Church
Stratford Road Estates 1-2
Stratford Road Estates 1-3
Stumpff Water System
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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 2022
How Does This Compare?
Tacoma (98321) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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.
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.