Water Quality in Salem, OR (97392)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97392.
Active Health Violations
2 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,770
Population
22
Water Systems
79
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Salem Public Works
All resolvedKeizer, City Of
All resolvedWoodburn, City Of
Turner, City Of
Cascade Union Jr/Sr High Sd 5
Enchanted Forest
All resolvedWillamette Valley Vineyards
1 health-basedChurch On The Hill
All resolvedHope Valley Resort
All resolvedMarion Elementary
Cloverdale Elementary
All resolvedNorth Santiam Elem 126
Weyerhaeuser Nr Turner Nursery
Marion Grocery
Weyerhaeuser-Turner Greenhouse
Tualatin Estate Vineyard
All resolvedWeyerhaeuser Nr Turner Greenhouse
All resolvedMarion County Church Of God
All resolvedWillamette Speedways
1 health-basedTed Ferry Community Well
Meduri Farms/Nw Cherry Growers
Cascade Opportunity Center
Contaminants Found
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 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 (97392) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 79.
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.