Water Quality in NEWPORT, OR (97365)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97365.

88

Total Violations

22

Health-Based

66

Monitoring / Reporting

85

Resolved

What does this mean?

85 of 88 violations have been resolved. 22 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 66 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.

Water systems: 22 Population served: 11,523

Violations Detail (88 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 13, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 12, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 12, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ArsenicMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(9)

E. COLI

34

Sep 13Active

E. COLI

34

Aug 12Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 12Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(11)

Arsenic

03

Dec 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 29Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

NEWPORT (97365) has 88 recorded violations, including 22 health-based. 3 remain 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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