Water Quality in SELMA, OR (97538)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97538.
34
Total Violations
17
Health-Based
17
Monitoring / Reporting
34
Resolved
What does this mean?
34 of 34 violations have been resolved. 17 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 17 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 (34 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2024(8)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Public Notice
75
2023(17)
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
SELMA (97538) has 34 recorded violations, including 17 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.
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.