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WATER QUALITY

We are proud to report that Sumner’s water is clean and safe. Our water is in full compliance with the standards of both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Health.

Sampling Results

Substance (unit of measure)	Year Sampled	MCL*	Range Detected	Violation	Typical Source
REGULATED SUBSTANCES
Arsenic (ppb)	2007	0.01	ND -- 0.0004	No	Erosion of natural deposits; runoff from orchards; runoff from glass and electronics production wastes
Haloacetic Acids (ppb)	2008	0.060	ND -- 0.0013	No	By-product of drinking water disinfection
Nitrate (ppm)	2008	10	<0.2 - 2	No	Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks; sewage; erosion of natural deposits
Total Trihalomethanes (ppb)	2008	0.080	ND -- 0.0072	No	By-product of drinking water chlorination
Copper (ppm)	2007	1.3	0.66	No	Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives
Lead (ppb)	2007	0.015	0.005	No	Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits
SECONDARY SUBSTANCES If above MCL, these may cause unpleasant effects—such as color, taste, odor—rather than adverse health effects
Chloride (ppm)	2002	250	4 -- 5	No	Runoff/leaching of natural deposits
Iron (ppb)	2002	0.3	<0.03	No	Leaching from natural deposits; industrial wastes
Manganese (ppb)	2008	0.05	<0.01 -- 0.11	Yes**	Leaching from natural deposits
Sulfate (ppm)	2002	250	4 -- 9	No	Runoff/leaching from natural deposits; industrial wastes

*Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLGs), or level below which there is no known or expected risk to health, as feasible using the best available treatment technology.

** The well that was in violation of the MCL is a seasonal well that was not on line that year, and we notified the Department of Health as required. If that well goes into use in the future, we will test again for manganese. If in violation of the MCL, we will take action as directed by the Department of Health.

ND: None detected

PPB: parts per billion, or one part the substance per billion parts water

PPM: parts per million, or one part the substance per million parts water

This table shows water quality information from the most recent round of testing done in accordance with the regulations. Washington State Department of Health has reduced the monitoring requirements for the City of Sumner for organics and inorganics because our source is not at risk of contamination.

Where Our Water Begins

Your primary water supply comes from springs on the east hill. There are three spring fields: Sumner Springs (S01), Crystal (S02)/County Springs (S04) and Elhi Springs (S03). To meet peak demand in the summer, the City also uses three wells: West Well (S05), South Well (S06) and Dieringer Well (S07).

Organic Chemicals
We test for organic chemicals to ensure our water meets stringent water quality standards. All test results showed none detected. To request a copy of the report, call 253-299-5740.

Fluoridation

Fluoride is not currently added to Sumner’s water supply based on a decision in 2004.

Other

Sumner takes chlorine residual samples every day from County and Sumner Springs in order to measure proper dosage rates. Every month, we take ten water samples from various points in our water system. We send these to an independently certified lab to test for bacteria.

In addition, we follow the EPA’s regulations for monitoring unregulated contaminants. This helps the EPA Administrator decide whether or not to regulate these contaminants in the future.

Get Involved

To get involved, attend Sumner’s City Council meetings, held the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7 pm in City Hall (1104 Maple Street).

You can also watch the meetings on Rainier Communications Commission. Air schedule

Conservation

Our clean water is a precious resource. We can all do small things to use it well and keep it clean.

Don’t waste water:

Fix drips.

Use low-flow options, especially for toilets and shower heads.

Water your yard at night.

Turn off water while you’re brushing your teeth.

Install a drip irrigation system instead of sprinklers.

Call Public Works to shut off your water at the meter. It’s easy to break the meter and cause major damage that wastes gallons of water.

Help keep it clean:

Pick up after your pets and dispose in the garbage or toilet.
Wash your car on the lawn.
Don’t overfertilize--use sparingly.
Fix your car's oil leaks

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More Information

To ensure the safety of tap water, the Department of Health and EPA prescribe regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Washington Department of Agriculture provides similar regulations and protection for bottled water.

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk.

More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotheraphy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).

To Report a Problem

During business hours:

City of Sumner Public Works Dept.

253-299-5740

After business hours:

City of Sumner Police Department

253-863-6384

For more information: NSF International 1-877-8NSF-HELP www.nsf.org

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