A81/100
KALAMA CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,020 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
WA5337550
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.90 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 KALAMA CITY OF
Is KALAMA CITY OF water safe to drink?
KALAMA CITY OF water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KALAMA CITY OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in KALAMA CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KALAMA CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, KALAMA CITY OF has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does KALAMA CITY OF serve?
KALAMA CITY OF serves approximately 8,020 people, Washington.
What type of water does KALAMA CITY OF provide?
KALAMA CITY OF sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WA5337550.
How does KALAMA CITY OF compare to other utilities in Washington?
KALAMA CITY OF scores 81/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.