Water Quality in PORT ORFORD, OR (97465)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97465.

159

Total Violations

10

Health-Based

149

Monitoring / Reporting

153

Resolved

What does this mean?

153 of 159 violations have been resolved. 10 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 149 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: 13 Population served: 2,889

Violations Detail (159 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 9, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(6)

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 9Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

2024(15)

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Dec 31Active

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Dec 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Active

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

56

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 17Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PORT ORFORD (97465) has 159 recorded violations, including 10 health-based. 6 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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