Water Quality in Happy Valley, OR (97055)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97055.
Active Health Violations
34 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.
19,786
Population
45
Water Systems
217
Violations (5yr)
34
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (45)
Sunrise Water Authority
Lake Oswego Municipal Water
All resolvedSandy, City Of
1 health-basedUsfs Trillium Lake Cg
All resolvedOregon Trail Sd - Kelso Elem
All resolvedOregon Trail Sd - Boring Mid Sch
All resolvedKelso Water Assn
All resolvedAlder Creek Barlow Water Dist
3 health-basedOregon Trail Sd - Cottrell Elem
All resolvedCamp Namanu 12000 Gal Resvr
All resolvedSkyview Acres Water Company
26 health-basedMt Hood Rv Village
1 health-basedMountain Air Water Assoc
All resolvedKingswood Heights Water Co-Op
Sleepy Hollow Water District
All resolvedRiverside Water District
All resolvedToneys Berry Farm
Usfs Camp Creek Cg (Lower) Hp2
All resolvedUsfs Camp Creek Cg (Upper) Hp1
All resolvedCurrinsville Mobile Home Park
Gnr Water District
Wyeast Mountain Academy
All resolvedWelches Water Company
Usfs Rock Creek Work Center
All resolvedUsfs Kingfisher Cg
Orchard Crest Care Center
Hideaway Hills Water Company
1 health-basedSalmon River Park Wtr Imp Dist
All resolvedCamp Namanu-Ranch
1 health-basedUsfs Riverside Campgrnd (Hp3)
Forest Inn % Richard Estes
Mcguire'S Nursing Home
Buxton'S Meat Co.
Shamrock Motel
Big Foot Lodge
Mary Mccrank Dining Room
Mack'S Acres
Pioneer Acres
Odfw Sandy Fish Hatchery
All resolvedRichs Airport %John Johnson
Hauser Smoke Shop
1 health-basedOral Hull Foundation For Blind
All resolvedMontoy Acres Water System
Shamrock Apts %R Rodgers
Skogan Road W.S.
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Happy Valley (97055) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 217.
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
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.