Bellingham, Washington Tap Water Quality

157,846 people served · 18 water systems

Excellent

Bellingham, Washington is a mid-sized community with 157,846 residents served by a network of 18 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP codes 98225, 98226, 98227, 98228, 98229.

Bellingham's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.

Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS

Location

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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.

ZIP Codes Served

98225 98226 98227 98228 98229

Health-Based Violations (Last 5 Years)

EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving Bellingham. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.

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No health-based violations in the last 5 years.

Bellingham's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.

Water Systems Serving Bellingham

ANDERSON CREEK WATER ASSOCIATION

PWSID: WA5302300

41 served

CHUCKANUT TRAILS WATER SYSTEM

PWSID: WA5301383

158 served

LWWSD - EAGLERIDGE

PWSID: WA5308118

196 served

COUNTRY HAVEN WATER ASSOC

PWSID: WA5315510

50 served

BELLINGHAM-WATER DIVISION CITY OF

PWSID: WA5305600

141,127 served

DEER CREEK WATER ASSOC.

PWSID: WA5318418

2,000 served

Glen Cove Water Association

PWSID: WA5327950

39 served

MOUNT BAKER WATER ASSOCIATION

PWSID: WA5356500

500 served

MOUNT BAKER MOBILE HOME PARK

PWSID: WA5356874

87 served

LWWSD - AGATE HEIGHTS

PWSID: WA5352957

147 served

Deer Creek Water Assn/Guide South

PWSID: WA53AB912

251 served

VICTOR WATER ASSOCIATION

PWSID: WA5391650

43 served

SMITH ROAD WATER ASSOCIATION

PWSID: WA5380550

77 served

WAHL WATER ASSOC

PWSID: WA5392150

165 served

WHATCOM COUNTY WATER DIST #2

PWSID: WA5395700

1,353 served

WHATCOM COUNTY WATER DIST #7

PWSID: WA5395900

1,410 served

LWWSD - SOUTH SHORE WATER SYSTEM

PWSID: WA5395910

10,028 served

SUNSET WATER ASSOCIATION

PWSID: WA5386200

174 served

What Can You Do?

✅ Request your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — required by law.
✅ Use an NSF-certified water filter if violations involve lead, arsenic, or PFAS.
✅ Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing (reduces lead).
✅ Check back monthly — we update data from the EPA every 30 days.

About this data

This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellingham, Washington tap water safe to drink?▼

This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.

How many EPA violations does Bellingham have?▼

Bellingham has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 18 water systems serving 157,846 people.

Should I use a water filter in Bellingham?▼

Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.

What should I do if there are violations in Bellingham?▼

Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.