Water Quality in Eugene, OR (97498)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97498.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 11 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are55 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,055
Population
11
Water Systems
55
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Eugene Water & Electric Board
Springfield Utility Board
Lincoln City, City Of
Yachats, City Of
Sea Lion Caves
Alsea Bay Steakhouse & Saloon
Agate Creek Water Association
All resolvedSea Perch Rv Park
All resolvedOregon House Motel
Oregon House Motel
Beachcomber Cottages
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Eugene (97498) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 55, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.