C50/100
Darrington Town of — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,246 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5317950
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 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 Darrington Town of
Is Darrington Town of water safe to drink?
Darrington Town of water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has Darrington Town of detected?
1 contaminants were tested in Darrington Town of's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Darrington Town of have any EPA violations?
Yes, Darrington Town of has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does Darrington Town of serve?
Darrington Town of serves approximately 2,246 people, Washington.
What type of water does Darrington Town of provide?
Darrington Town of sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5317950.
How does Darrington Town of compare to other utilities in Washington?
Darrington Town of scores 50/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.