Water Quality in St Helens, OR (97016)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97016.
Active Health Violations
16 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,573
Population
38
Water Systems
258
Violations (5yr)
16
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (38)
St Helens, City Of
All resolvedAstoria, City Of
Warrenton, City Of
All resolvedClatskanie, City Of
All resolvedGeorgia-Pacific, Wauna Mill
2 health-basedWestport Water Association
Fishhawk Lake Reserve And Community
All resolvedQuincy Water Association
Wauna Water District
Midland Water Association
8 health-basedQuincy-Mayger % R Theis
Lost Creek Heights Wtr Assoc
Westport Heights
All resolvedMarshland Water Association
4 health-basedMist Store
Mist Elementary School
Mist Elem School %D Proehl
Westwood Water System
Bear Tavern
Swedetown Water Assoc
1 health-basedColumbia River Farms
Quincy Wa Ilmori
Sonshine Day Care Center
Pge Beaver Generating Station
All resolvedWestwood Water Sys%Pat Carver
Blue House Cafe
Restaurant, The
Woodson Water Assn.% H.Hopkins
Woodson Water Association
Westland Water Association
Greens Point Water System
Graham Water Association
All resolvedBirkenfeld Water Association
Inglis Water Coop Water System
1 health-basedGreat Vow Zen Monastery
All resolvedColumbia Pacific Bio-Refinery
All resolvedErnies Filling Station
Crown Zellerbach-Wauna Div.
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
St Helens (97016) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 258.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.