B73/100
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,553 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WA5324350
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFHxS | 0.017 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE
Is FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE water safe to drink?
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE water receives a grade of B (73/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE serve?
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE serves approximately 5,553 people, Washington.
What type of water does FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE provide?
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5324350.
How does FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE compare to other utilities in Washington?
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE scores 73/100 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.