Water Quality in Tacoma, WA (98409)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98409.
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 6 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27,843
Population
14
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Tacoma Water Division City Of
Southwood
All resolvedLakewood Water District
Caladonia Mutual Water Co
Gig Harbor Athletic Club
Mobile Manor Tr. Park
Lake Cushman Park Lower Loop
Lake Cushman Park Upper Loop
Roundup Tavern
1 health-basedAnderson Is. Ferry Landing
Flett Dairy Inc
Nalleys Fine Foods
Kittitas Service Center Pse
River Run Ranch
Contaminants Found
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 (98409) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
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.