Water Quality

Once again, in 2010 the City of Olympia’s water quality test results were better than Federal regulations require.  We continue to have fantastic water with no violations! We have details and tips on how to help us keep our water protected for future generations!  We work every day to provide and protect nature’s water for a healthy community. 

Featured Items

• Learn Where Olympia's Water Comes From
• Read 2010 Test Results
• Download the Grow Smart Grow Safe handbook (PDF)
• Get Solutions to Common Water Quality Problems
• Download the 2010 Drinking Water Quality Report (PDF)
• Learn about Olympia's Cross Connection Program

Water Quality Rebates and Programs Available

The City of Olympia, in cooperation with LOTT Alliance, has several conservation programs/rebates available, including:

• NEW! Residential High - Efficiency Toilet Replacement Program 
• Rain Barrel Rebate
• Free Irrigation Assessments  
• Free Rain Sensors For Irrigation Systems  
• WashWise Rebates for Approved Washing Machines
• Free Rain Gauges  
• Free Water Saving Kits for Sewer Customers

Also available to our commercial customers are:

• Up to 75% in Rebates for Upgrades with WaterSmart Technology 
• Free Irrigation Assessments (including rebates on consultant’s recommended water efficient devices)  
• Free High-Efficiency Toilets with Professional Installation

Protect Our Water Quality

Here are some things that you can do in your yard to protect Olympia's water:

• Plant native, drought - tolerant plants that require less water.
• Switch to organic, slow - release fertilizers.
• Avoid using herbicides and pesticides; instead use natural pest and weed control. Avoid using herbicides and pesticides; instead use natural pest and weed control.
• Water your lawn no more than one inch per week, including rainfall. 

Water Quality Videos  

• Learn Where Our Water Comes From

• Bottled vs. Tap Water

• Drinking Water a Great Value Source to Tap  

Contact Water Quality Staff

The City of Olympia has great quality water - and we're proud of that! In fact, our water continues to meet or exceed State and Federal drinking water standards. We employ a team of experienced and dedicated professionals to ensure the City's water is safe to drink. Have questions, please contact our staff. We're here to help!

Contacting Public Works

• Physical Address: 924 7th Ave. SE, Suite A
• Mailing Address: PO Box 1967, Olympia, WA 98507
• Hours: M - F from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except for City-recognized holidays)
• 360.753.8588, TTY 360.753.8270
• publicworks@ci.olympia.wa.us or visit Public Works home page.

City-recognized Holidays Include:

• New Year’s Day  - January 1
• Martin Luther King’s Birthday - Third Monday in January
• President’s Day - Third Monday in February
• Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
• Independence Day - July 4
• Labor Day - 1st Monday in September
• Veterans Day - November 11
• Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday and Friday in November
• Christmas Day - December 25