Water Quality in SWEET HOME, OR (97386)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97386.
68
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
60
Monitoring / Reporting
57
Resolved
What does this mean?
57 of 68 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 60 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.
Violations Detail (68 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 27, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 17, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(11)
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
E. COLI
34
2024(32)
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Lead and Copper Rule
56
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
How Does This Compare?
SWEET HOME (97386) has 68 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 11 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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.