Lopez Island, WA 98261

11 water systems1,758 residents

Good water quality with few concerns

B

Score: 69/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

46

Contaminants Detected

346

Violations on Record

67

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History21 / 25
Contaminant Severity17 / 25
System Compliance3 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score69%

69 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Lopez Island vs WA & National Average

Detected Contaminants

46 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
NitriteAgricultural
Antimony, TotalHeavy Metal
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
Beryllium, TotalHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
NickelHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Thallium, TotalHeavy Metal
CYANIDEInorganic
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANEOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
AldicarbOther
Aldicarb sulfoneOther
Aldicarb sulfoxideOther
CarbofuranOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
DiquatOther
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEOther
OXAMYLOther
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
NORTH LOPEZ SERVICE, Milagra Water System, Common Field Water System, HUMPHREY HEAD OWNERS ASSOC, ALECK BAY PARK WATER SYSTEM +5 more
Population Served:
1,758
Systems With Violations:
9 of 11
Major Violations:
195
Enforcement Actions:
224

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.