F16/100
BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 139,912 people · Washington
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WA5305600
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF
Is BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF water safe to drink?
BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include TT, MR. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF serve?
BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF serves approximately 139,912 people, Washington.
What type of water does BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF provide?
BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION 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 WA5305600.
How does BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF compare to other utilities in Washington?
BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF scores 16/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.