F18/100
WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,857 people · Washington
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WA5395150
Violations
47
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)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – September 29, 2023Enforcement: 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 WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL
Is WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL water safe to drink?
WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL water receives a grade of F (18/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 47 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL have any EPA violations?
Yes, WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL has 47 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL serve?
WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL serves approximately 2,857 people, Washington.
What type of water does WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL provide?
WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WA5395150.
How does WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL compare to other utilities in Washington?
WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL scores 18/100 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.