Water Quality in Salem, OR (97360)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97360.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 10 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are7 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,040
Population
10
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Salem Public Works
All resolvedAlbany, City Of
Keizer, City Of
All resolvedWoodburn, City Of
Mill City Water Department
Mill City School Dist 129j
Usfs Breitenbush Cg
Usfs Southshore Campground #2
Usfs Southshore Campground #1
Usfs Detroit Ranger Station
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Salem (97360) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.