Water Quality in NEHALEM, OR (97131)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97131.
47
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
47
Monitoring / Reporting
46
Resolved
What does this mean?
46 of 47 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 47 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (47 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(14)
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
31
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Lead and Copper Rule
56
How Does This Compare?
NEHALEM (97131) has 47 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.