Water Quality in Port Townsend, WA (98331)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98331.
Active Health Violations
2 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,826
Population
27
Water Systems
40
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
Port Angeles City Of
Port Townsend City Of
Quimper
All resolvedSequim City Of
All resolvedPort Angeles Composite
All resolvedForks Municipal Water Dept
All resolvedOlympic Corrections Center
Anderson, Art
Hard Rain Cafe & Mercantile
All resolvedHoh Tribe
2 health-basedRainforest Hostel
Hoh River Resort
Willaby Campground Ws
Hoh Indian Reservation
Soderlind, Ron Water System
Quinault Administrative Site
Crest Trail Lodge Llc
All resolvedCotton Wood Campground
Smithville
At Work Tavern
Upper Clearwater Campground
Rayonier Sol Duc
Bear Creek Campground
Fuhrman Water System
Westward Hoh Resort
Farmland Trust
Misty Valley Inn B&B
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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?
Port Townsend (98331) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 40.
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.