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CARSON — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 3,015 people · Washington

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WA5311340
Violations
218

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: May 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: May 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 CARSON

Is CARSON water safe to drink?

CARSON water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 218 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has CARSON detected?

1 contaminants were tested in CARSON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does CARSON have any EPA violations?

Yes, CARSON has 218 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, Other.

How many people does CARSON serve?

CARSON serves approximately 3,015 people, Washington.

What type of water does CARSON provide?

CARSON 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 WA5311340.

How does CARSON compare to other utilities in Washington?

CARSON scores 0/100 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.