Water Quality in CASCADE LOCKS, OR (97014)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97014.
27
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
19
Monitoring / Reporting
26
Resolved
What does this mean?
26 of 27 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 19 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (27 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| COLIPHAGE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| COLIPHAGE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(1)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
CASCADE LOCKS (97014) has 27 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.