Water Quality in Medford, OR (97530)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97530.
Active Health Violations
2 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,860
Population
38
Water Systems
151
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (38)
Medford Water Commission
All resolvedGrants Pass, City Of
All resolvedAshland Water Department
Central Point, City Of
All resolvedJacksonville, City Of
All resolvedApplegate Christian Fellowship
All resolvedCode 3 Coffee And Snacks
All resolvedThe Station
All resolvedRyan'S Outpost %Anthony Ryan
Usfs Squaw Creek Campground
Sunnyside Pizza
Sunshine Village
Usfs Carberry Picnic Site
Ashlands Creekside Campground & Rv Park
1 health-basedRyans Outpost
All resolvedUsfs Mulligan Bay Campground
Butros-Joy Caterers
Red Lily Vineyards
All resolvedApplegate Mobile Park (Upper)
Quady North Winery
All resolvedParkhurst Wine Cellars
All resolvedThe Lindsay
Apple Outlaw
1 health-basedApplegate River Retreat
All resolvedSunnyside, The New
Rons Market
Kriselle Cellars
All resolvedMckee Bridge Store/Restaurant
Upper Applegate Store
Star Gulch Ranch Child Care
Applegate Mobile Park (Lower)
All resolvedStar Gulch Ranch, %Lynn Pevey
Sunny Slope Mobile Ranch
Star Gulch Ranch,% Carol Doty
Usfs Jackson Campground
Covered Wagon Tp North Well #1
All resolvedCovered Wagon Tp South Well #2
All resolvedUsfs Acorn Woman Lakes East Hp Rec Area
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Medford (97530) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 151.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.