Water Quality in OAKVILLE, WA (98568)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98568.
49
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
46
Monitoring / Reporting
40
Resolved
What does this mean?
40 of 49 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 46 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (49 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Heptachlor epoxide | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| 2,3,7,8-TCDD | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Toxaphene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Simazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Methoxychlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(30)
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
2,3,7,8-TCDD
03
Toxaphene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Simazine
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Methoxychlor
03
Atrazine
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Chlordane
03
Heptachlor
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Endrin
03
LASSO
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
2024(11)
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
OAKVILLE (98568) has 49 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 9 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
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.