King County, WA · PWSID WA5340100
Soos Creek Water & Sewer District lead service lines
246 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Soos Creek Water & Sewer District reported 0 lead and 246 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 19,192 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 78 lines. Another 0 (0%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #7 of 112 Washington systems with confirmed lead lines, and #1,098 nationally.
1.3% of Soos Creek Water & Sewer District's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the Washington average (0.3%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.3%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 99%
Total service lines reported: 19,192. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 74,172; 23,903 connections.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 246 in 2025 Q1 to 246 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 0 to 0, no change.
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Soos Creek Water & Sewer District since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Soos Creek Water & Sewer District's main water source is purchased surface water. It buys treated water from Seattle Public Utilities. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Soos Creek Water & Sewer District is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 2 other water systems: Kent Water Department, Lake Meridian Water District.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Soos Creek Water & Sewer District whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in King County
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Soos Creek Water & Sewer District's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
980319805598058
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Kirkland | 82 | 0 |
| King County Water District #20 | 141 | 0 |
| North City Water District | 459 | 41 |
| Lake Meridian Water District | 6 | 179 |
| King County Water District #125 | 5 | 1,194 |
| Algona Water Dept | 8 | 848 |
| Skykomish Water Dept | 18 | 195 |
| Remolif Addition | 25 | 0 |
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Questions
Does Soos Creek Water & Sewer District have lead pipes?
Yes. Soos Creek Water & Sewer District reported 0 lead service lines and 246 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 19,192 total. 0 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Soos Creek Water & Sewer District's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Soos Creek Water & Sewer District replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Soos Creek Water & Sewer District had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Soos Creek Water & Sewer District.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Soos Creek Water & Sewer District lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/wa/soos-creek-water-and-sewer-district/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.