F0/100
POULSBO CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,180 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5369150
Violations
100
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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 POULSBO CITY OF
Is POULSBO CITY OF water safe to drink?
POULSBO CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 100 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has POULSBO CITY OF detected?
66 contaminants were tested in POULSBO CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does POULSBO CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, POULSBO CITY OF has 100 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does POULSBO CITY OF serve?
POULSBO CITY OF serves approximately 17,180 people, Washington.
What type of water does POULSBO CITY OF provide?
POULSBO CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5369150.
How does POULSBO CITY OF compare to other utilities in Washington?
POULSBO CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Washington state page for a full comparison of water systems.