D28/100
RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,725 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5372700
Violations
45
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of D (28/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 1,725 people, Washington.
What type of water does RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5372700.
How does RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Washington?
RITZVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 28/100 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.