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LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 6,798 people · Washington

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WA5343783
Violations
44

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

7

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: August 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2024 – February 20, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: April 1, 2023 – April 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: September 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: 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: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: 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 LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT

Is LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT water safe to drink?

LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 44 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT detected?

34 contaminants were tested in LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT has 44 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT serve?

LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT serves approximately 6,798 people, Washington.

What type of water does LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT provide?

LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WA5343783.

How does LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Washington?

LAKE CHELAN RECLAMATION DISTRICT scores 49/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.