C40/100
PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,298 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5365800
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: 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: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: 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 PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF
Is PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF water safe to drink?
PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF serve?
PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF serves approximately 1,298 people, Washington.
What type of water does PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF provide?
PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5365800.
How does PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF compare to other utilities in Washington?
PALOUSE WATER DEPT CITY OF scores 40/100 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.