Water Quality in COTTAGE GROVE, OR (97424)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97424.

471

Total Violations

159

Health-Based

312

Monitoring / Reporting

464

Resolved

What does this mean?

464 of 471 violations have been resolved. 159 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 312 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: 32 Population served: 13,568

Violations Detail (471 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 1, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 24, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 24, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(46)

E. COLI

34

Sep 1Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 1Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 1Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 22Active

Public Notice

75

May 22Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 5Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 29Resolved

2024(55)

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Oct 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 22Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Feb 29Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

COTTAGE GROVE (97424) has 471 recorded violations, including 159 health-based. 7 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.

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