Water Quality in Portland, OR (97231)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97231.
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.
4,308
Population
21
Water Systems
62
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
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 resolvedSt Helens, City Of
All resolvedMeans Kitchen
Rocky Pointe Marina
All resolvedSauvie Island Moorage
1 health-basedPlainview Grocery
All resolvedThe Pumpkin Patch
All resolvedTopaz Farm
Reeder Beach Resort
All resolvedRosebud Cafe
1 health-basedBella Organic Farm
All resolvedMayfair Moorage Inc
All resolvedMayfair Moorage Inc
Marshall Beach Estates
Knaupp'S Country Fudge
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
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 (97231) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 62.
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.