Water Quality in Yakima, WA (98908)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 98908.

226

Total Violations

22

Health-Based

204

Monitoring / Reporting

226

Resolved

What does this mean?

226 of 226 violations have been resolved. 22 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 204 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: 229 Population served: 67,456

Violations Detail (226 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A11.1Jun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
2,4,5-TPMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
HexachlorocyclopentadieneMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
DICHLOROMETHANEMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalateMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(64)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jul 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

2,4,5-TP

03

Mar 31Resolved

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toxaphene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Endrin

03

Mar 31Resolved

Heptachlor epoxide

03

Mar 31Resolved

Chlordane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Methoxychlor

03

Mar 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Atrazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Dalapon

03

Mar 31Resolved

Dinoseb

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

BHC-GAMMA

03

Mar 31Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Simazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

HEXACHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

Heptachlor

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Picloram

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Pentachlorophenol

03

Mar 31Resolved

Atrazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Heptachlor epoxide

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toxaphene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Endrin

03

Mar 31Resolved

BHC-GAMMA

03

Mar 31Resolved

Methoxychlor

03

Mar 31Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Heptachlor

03

Mar 31Resolved

Chlordane

03

Mar 31Resolved

HEXACHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

LASSO

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Simazine

03

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

2024(30)

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

Yakima (98908) has 226 recorded violations, including 22 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.

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