Water Quality in Coos Bay, OR (97423)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97423.
Active Health Violations
15 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,056
Population
17
Water Systems
132
Violations (5yr)
15
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Coos Bay North Bend Wtr Brd
Coquille, City Of
All resolvedShelley Road-Crest Acres Wd
1 health-basedRink Creek Water District
1 health-basedShelly Rd Crest Acres W.D.
Rink Creek Wd
Coos Co.Pks-Ham Bunch Cherry
Garden Valley Water Association
13 health-basedDean Minard Water District
All resolvedFour Corners Groc.
Fairview Elementary Sd 8
Coos Co Pks - Laverne
All resolvedCoos Co Pks - West Laverne
All resolvedCoquille Valley Elks-Bpoe 1935
Coos Co Pks - Frona
Homestead Bar Grill And Market
All resolvedCoquille Care Center Water System
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: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Coos Bay (97423) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 132.
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
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.