Winchester Heights
No action needed
Minor violations on record, all resolved
Health-based violations occurred in the past but have since been resolved. The system is currently compliant.
Should I be concerned?
No. Historic violations are common in water systems of all sizes. What matters is whether they are resolved — these are.
Not tested
This system was not included in federal PFAS monitoring
Should I be concerned?
This system serves fewer than 3,300 people and was not required to participate in EPA UCMR5 testing. Absence of data is not the same as absence of contamination.
Check your home's pipes
Lead risk depends on your home, not just the water system
The concern isn't usually the treatment plant — it's pipes inside older homes. No level is considered safe for children under 6.
Should I be worried?
Not necessarily — but if your home was built before 1986, it's worth checking whether you have lead pipes or solder. Run cold water 30 seconds before drinking in the morning.
CCR data in early access — values are extracted from utility PDFs and may contain errors. Verify with your utility's 2026 CCR report.
Do you have or use a private well? Measured concentrations from nearby private wells sampled within 5 miles.
Puyallup uses both groundwater and surface water sources, giving it more supply flexibility during drought conditions. Emergency backup sources are available if primary supplies are disrupted.