B60/100
GOLDENDALE CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,314 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5328450
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – October 2, 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 GOLDENDALE CITY OF
Is GOLDENDALE CITY OF water safe to drink?
GOLDENDALE CITY OF water receives a grade of B (60/100), 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 GOLDENDALE CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GOLDENDALE CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GOLDENDALE CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GOLDENDALE CITY OF has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does GOLDENDALE CITY OF serve?
GOLDENDALE CITY OF serves approximately 4,314 people, Washington.
What type of water does GOLDENDALE CITY OF provide?
GOLDENDALE CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5328450.
How does GOLDENDALE CITY OF compare to other utilities in Washington?
GOLDENDALE CITY OF scores 60/100 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.