Water Quality in HARRISBURG, OR (97446)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97446.

179

Total Violations

72

Health-Based

107

Monitoring / Reporting

177

Resolved

What does this mean?

177 of 179 violations have been resolved. 72 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 107 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: 8 Population served: 4,992

Violations Detail (179 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.084Jun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Mar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 29, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

2024(7)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

HARRISBURG (97446) has 179 recorded violations, including 72 health-based. 2 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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