Water Quality in Salem, OR (97032)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97032.
Active Health Violations
2 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,044
Population
21
Water Systems
79
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Salem Public Works
All resolvedSunrise Water Authority
Lake Oswego Municipal Water
All resolvedKeizer, City Of
All resolvedWoodburn, City Of
Hubbard, City Of
All resolvedZion Mennonite Church
All resolvedNorthwest Hazelnut Company
All resolvedWillow Glen Mobile Home Park
Hoodview Mobile Estates
All resolvedWhiskey Hill Store
Olds Mobile Park
1 health-basedLazy Acres Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedHubbard 76 Station
All resolvedBremers Corner
Taylor Country Farms Ltd
Shirley Avenue Water System
Horse Meat Packers Inc
Boones Ferry Berry Farm
All resolvedNational Food Company
Ingraham Tract Water System
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.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Salem (97032) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 79.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.