B69/100

FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 32,380 people · Washington

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
System ID
WA5325050
Violations
12

Contaminant Test Results

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

EPA Violation History

2

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Is FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS water safe to drink?

FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS detected?

31 contaminants were tested in FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS have any EPA violations?

Yes, FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.

How many people does FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS serve?

FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS serves approximately 32,380 people, Washington.

What type of water does FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS provide?

FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WA5325050.

How does FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS compare to other utilities in Washington?

FIFE DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS scores 69/100 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.