Water Quality in Tonasket, WA (98855)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98855.

150

Total Violations

32

Health-Based

118

Monitoring / Reporting

149

Resolved

What does this mean?

149 of 150 violations have been resolved. 32 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 118 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.

Water systems: 90 Population served: 11,433

Violations Detail (150 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A5.52Jun 30, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A5.65Mar 31, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A17.8Mar 31, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(11)

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

01

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Fluoride

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(17)

Fluoride

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Dec 31Active

Arsenic

01

Sep 30Resolved

Fluoride

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Fluoride

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Fluoride

01

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

Tonasket (98855) has 150 recorded violations, including 32 health-based. 1 remains 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

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.

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