Water Quality in EUGENE, OR (97408)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97408.
26
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
18
Monitoring / Reporting
25
Resolved
What does this mean?
25 of 26 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 18 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 (26 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Nov 8, 2024 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| COLIPHAGE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| COLIPHAGE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 24, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(7)
Lead and Copper Rule
51
E. COLI
34
COLIPHAGE
19
COLIPHAGE
19
E. COLI
34
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
EUGENE (97408) has 26 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 1 remains 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
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.