Water Quality in Salem, OR (97306)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97306.
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.
34,383
Population
24
Water Systems
41
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Salem Public Works
All resolvedKeizer, City Of
All resolvedWoodburn, City Of
Blm Mill Creek Park
Blm Wildwood Rec Site
All resolvedBlm Shotgun Rec Site
Blm Fishermens Bend Rec Site
Abiqua School
1 health-basedBlm Alsea Falls Camping
All resolved45th Avenue Ne Water System
Linda-Maine Water System
Arcade/Verda Lane Water System
Blm Whittaker Creek Cg-North
All resolvedBlm Elkhorn Valley Rec Site
Olsen Run Winery
Blm Yellow Bottom Rec Site
Blm Missouri Bend Rec Site
Blm Mosby Creek Trailhead
All resolvedBlm Cedar Grove Rec Site
All resolvedBlm Three Bear Rec Site
All resolvedBlm Clay Creek
All resolvedBlm Sharps Creek Rec Site
All resolvedSouth Echo Summit Tract Civic
Blm Canyon Creek Rec Site
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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 & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Salem (97306) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 41.
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
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.