Water Quality in Happy Valley, OR (97068)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97068.
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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
30,161
Population
19
Water Systems
67
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Sunrise Water Authority
Lake Oswego Municipal Water
All resolvedWest Linn, City Of
Athey Creek Church
Riverbend-Riverbank Community
All resolvedGreen Acres Mhp - Umatilla Co
Southlake Church Ws
2 health-basedThree Rivers Charter School
All resolvedWillamette Cove Mhp
Mossy Brae Water District
Wankers Tavern Llc
All resolvedFootpath Cafe
Shortland Golf Course
All resolvedPostlewait Farms
All resolvedOregon Golf Course
Goldendale Travel Plaza
All resolvedMonte Nido Of Portland
James River Ii, Inc.-West Linn
Lake Oswego - Tigard Water Supply
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)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Happy Valley (97068) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 67.
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.