Water Quality in Portland, OR (97124)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97124.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
54,357
Population
25
Water Systems
40
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Portland Water Bureau
All resolvedTualatin Valley Water District
Hillsboro, City Of
All resolvedBeaverton, City Of
All resolvedGresham, City Of
All resolvedRockwood Pud
Tigard, City Of
All resolvedGibbon Creek Mobile Estates
Zion Lutheran Church
West Union Elem Sd 1
Farmington View Elem Sd 1j
Evergreen Christian Center
Helvetia Tavern Inc
Groner Elementary Sd 1j
Wood Village Mobile Home Park
Country Haven Mobile Home Park
Mcmenamins Rock Creek Tavern
Dixie Mountain Grange #860
26 Market
Killarney West Golf Course
All resolvedKen Fields Migrant Camp
Dairy Creek Tavern
1 health-basedHelvetia Farm Market
All resolvedWash.Co.Pk-Little Bend Rec.Sit
Orenco Woods Golf Course, Inc.
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Portland (97124) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 40.
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.
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.