Water Quality in Salem, OR (97305)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97305.
Active Health Violations
3 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
45,083
Population
45
Water Systems
143
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (45)
Salem Public Works
All resolvedKeizer, City Of
All resolvedWoodburn, City Of
Marion County Parks North Santiam Park
All resolvedBingo Truck Stop/Arco Am Pm
Labish Village Wtr Commission
Brooks Csd
All resolvedBia-Chemawa Indian School
Carolina Water System
1 health-basedEz Orchards
All resolvedMarion Co Public Works
All resolvedSurfwood Villa Hoa
Verns Cafe
Valley Inquiry Charter School
All resolvedDuplex Village Water System
Mars Enterprises
All resolvedSalem Mobile Estates/Shady Acres
Green Tree Community Assoc.
Willamette Valley Christian School
Bethel Elementary Sd 24j
Assembly Of God-Brooks Fac.
Shady Acres Mobile Home Park
Sunnyview Mobile Home Park
All resolvedPanamerican Berry Growers
All resolvedSleepy Hollow Phase I Ws
1 health-basedDuplex Village - North System
Hollywood Tavern
Firehouse Cabaret
1 health-basedFruitland Elementary Sd 24j
All resolvedBrewster Community Homeowners
Marion Co Pks-Spongs Landing
Brooks Food Market
All resolvedIggys Pub
Sunnyview Farms Blueberries
Teamsters Local 324
All resolvedChildrens Day Education Center
All resolvedDuplex Village East
Fordyce Farm
All resolvedPnw Veg Co, Llc Dba Norpac
Reworld Marion
All resolvedEngle Water System
Camp Willow Creek
Lake Labish Elementary Sd 24-J
Nunhems Usa Inc - Brooks
All resolvedBia Chemawa Ag Well #4
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Salem (97305) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 143.
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.