B60/100
ABERDEEN CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,958 people · Washington
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WA5300050
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.54 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – September 29, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ABERDEEN CITY OF
Is ABERDEEN CITY OF water safe to drink?
ABERDEEN CITY OF water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ABERDEEN CITY OF detected?
70 contaminants were tested in ABERDEEN CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ABERDEEN CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ABERDEEN CITY OF has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does ABERDEEN CITY OF serve?
ABERDEEN CITY OF serves approximately 17,958 people, Washington.
What type of water does ABERDEEN CITY OF provide?
ABERDEEN CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WA5300050.
How does ABERDEEN CITY OF compare to other utilities in Washington?
ABERDEEN CITY OF scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.