C45/100
LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 62,089 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5345550
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 2016.
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 LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT
Is LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT serve?
LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 62,089 people, Washington.
What type of water does LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT provide?
LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5345550.
How does LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Washington?
LAKEWOOD WATER DISTRICT scores 45/100 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.