C58/100
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,108 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5321900
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Is EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY water safe to drink?
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY water receives a grade of C (58/100), 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 EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR.
How many people does EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY serve?
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY serves approximately 17,108 people, Washington.
What type of water does EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY provide?
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5321900.
How does EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY compare to other utilities in Washington?
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY scores 58/100 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.