Water Quality in WOLF CREEK, OR (97497)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97497.
49
Total Violations
16
Health-Based
33
Monitoring / Reporting
49
Resolved
What does this mean?
49 of 49 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 33 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 (49 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
41
Groundwater Rule
31
2024(8)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
WOLF CREEK (97497) has 49 recorded violations, including 16 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.