Water Quality in PORTLAND, OR (97221)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97221.
19
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
17
Monitoring / Reporting
18
Resolved
What does this mean?
18 of 19 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 17 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 (19 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Bromate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Bromate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Bromate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Uranium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Bromate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Bromate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(14)
Lead and Copper Rule
65
Bromate
27
Bromate
27
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Bromate
27
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Uranium
03
Bromate
27
Bromate
27
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Combined Uranium
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Bromate
27
2024(1)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
How Does This Compare?
PORTLAND (97221) has 19 recorded violations, including 2 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.