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8,996 people served · 27 water systems
Cle Elum, Washington is a small town with 8,996 residents served by 27 distinct public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 98922.
Cle Elum's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS
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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.
EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving Cle Elum. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.
No health-based violations in the last 5 years.
Cle Elum's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.
Cougar Campers
PWSID: WA53AB548
44 served
Dakota Heights Water System
PWSID: WA53AC681
29 served
EVERGREEN VALLEY
PWSID: WA5302150
152 served
BASIN WATER SOURCES INC
PWSID: WA5304600
1,158 served
DIAMOND POINT WATER SYSTEM
PWSID: WA5306536
110 served
RESERVOIR HILL MAINTENANCE ASSN
PWSID: WA5308401
34 served
CLE ELUM WATER DEPARTMENT
PWSID: WA5313500
2,213 served
Kiona West Heights Water Assoc.
PWSID: WA5316589
77 served
DRIFTWOOD ACRES MAINTENANCE CORP
PWSID: WA5319943
114 served
Granite Glen
PWSID: WA5329055
34 served
EASTON WATER DISTRICT
PWSID: WA5342700
362 served
KITTITAS COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #5
PWSID: WA5342704
699 served
HIDDEN VALLEY GUEST RANCH
PWSID: WA5332648
43 served
Grasslands Park
PWSID: WA53AB290
29 served
SWIFTWATER TRAILER PARK
PWSID: WA5386633
27 served
KITTITAS COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #7
PWSID: WA5385295
463 served
SKY MEADOWS RANCH COUNTRY CLUB WTR
PWSID: WA5380005
98 served
Outlaw Camp
PWSID: WA53AC008
193 served
SUN ISLAND MAINTENANCE ASSN
PWSID: WA5385128
97 served
CASCADE VIEW ESTATES #3
PWSID: WA53AA046
25 served
CASCADE VIEW ESTATES #4
PWSID: WA5306581
30 served
CASCADE VIEW ESTATES #1
PWSID: WA53AA044
28 served
Turf Trails Domestic
PWSID: WA53AB914
30 served
SUNCADIA RESORT
PWSID: WA53AA317
2,640 served
Palomino Fields
PWSID: WA53AD362
156 served
Game Farm Estates
PWSID: WA53AB325
81 served
Cottage Farms
PWSID: WA53AC914
30 served
This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.
This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.
Cle Elum has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 27 water systems serving 8,996 people.
Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.
Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.
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