Is Mount Vernon, WA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon Get Its Water?
Water in Mount Vernon, WA is provided by 2 public water systems: ANACORTES CITY OF and SKAGIT COUNTY PUD 1 JUDY RES.
How Is Mount Vernon Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and chloramines. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration).
What's in Mount Vernon Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Mount Vernon 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 |
| PFBA | 0.0211 µg/L | — | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Mount Vernon
Current EPA monitoring data for Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon Tap Water
Is Mount Vernon tap water safe to drink?
Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Mount Vernon water systems include: lithium, PFBA, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Mount Vernon get its drinking water?
Mount Vernon receives water from 2 public water systems, including ANACORTES CITY OF.
Do I need a water filter in Mount Vernon?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Mount Vernon. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Mount Vernon tap water tested?
Public water systems in Mount Vernon 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 2025-05-14.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Mount Vernon
- 98273 - Mount Vernon tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Mount Vernon, 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.
- SKAGIT COUNTY PUD 1 JUDY RESSome concern
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