Deep beneath the bustling streets of Lynnwood lies a treasure that has been flowing freely for over six decades. Known affectionately as "Well Number 5" or "The 164th Street Artesian Well," this remarkable source provides naturally purified water directly from the earth to anyone who seeks it.
What makes this well extraordinary isn't just its continuous flow of pristine water, but the community it has created. From early morning to late night, people from across the Pacific Northwest gather here, forming an unspoken fellowship united by their appreciation for this gift from nature.
The well draws its water from the Intercity Aquifer, filtered naturally through layers of rock, sand, and gravel over hundreds—perhaps thousands—of years. This ancient process creates water so pure that it consistently exceeds all safety standards, earning recognition as some of the finest water available anywhere.
Fast Facts:
- Flows at 10 gallons per minute through two spigots
- Operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Water emerges naturally pressurized from 200+ feet underground
- Maintained by Alderwood Water & Wastewater District as a public service
- Has never failed a water quality test in over 60 years
- Free to all visitors with a courteous 20-gallon limit
