Port Townsend
Is Port Townsend tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Port Townsend scores 90/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Port Townsend. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 10:30 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Port Townsend.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Port Townsend?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Port Townsend tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Port Townsend tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Port Townsend, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (90/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Port Townsend a preferred choice for health-conscious families.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Port Townsend
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Port Townsend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Port Townsend tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Port Townsend scores 90/100.
How many water systems serve Port Townsend?
Port Townsend is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Port Townsend?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Port Townsend.
What is the water quality score for Port Townsend?
The water quality score for Port Townsend is 90 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.
What are the top contaminants in Port Townsend?
Current contaminant data for Port Townsend is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.
Port Townsend Water Quality Summary
Port Townsend, WA receives a water quality score of 90/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Port Townsend's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Port Townsend's score of 90 is 5 points below the Washington state average of 95, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Washington water quality rankings report →
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