Is Birch Bay, WA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Birch Bay, WA tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Birch Bay Get Its Water?
Water in Birch Bay, WA is provided by 2 public water systems: BIRCH BAY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT and BLAINE CITY OF.
How Is Birch Bay Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and groundwater disinfection.
What's in Birch Bay Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Birch Bay public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Birch Bay
Current EPA monitoring data for Birch Bay shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Birch Bay Tap Water
Is Birch Bay tap water safe to drink?
Birch Bay tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Birch Bay tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Birch Bay water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 6:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Birch Bay get its drinking water?
Birch Bay receives water from 2 public water systems, including BIRCH BAY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT.
Do I need a water filter in Birch Bay?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Birch Bay. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Birch Bay tap water tested?
Public water systems in Birch Bay are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-08-26.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Birch Bay
- 98230 - Birch Bay tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Birch Bay, WA
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- BIRCH BAY WATER & SEWER DISTRICTLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Blaine, WA
- Blaine CCD, WA · Township
- Ferndale CCD, WA · Township
- Lynden CCD, WA · Township