D33/100
LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 103,755 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5343500
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 320.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2014.
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 LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT
Is LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of D (33/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
73 contaminants were tested in LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 103,755 people, Washington.
What type of water does LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5343500.
How does LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Washington?
LACEY WATER DEPARTMENT scores 33/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.