Water Quality in Medford, OR (97539)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97539.
Active Health Violations
18 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,369
Population
42
Water Systems
192
Violations (5yr)
18
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (42)
Medford Water Commission
All resolvedAshland Water Department
Central Point, City Of
All resolvedMacs Diner
All resolvedShady Cove Subway
All resolvedBella Pasta
St Martins Episcopal Church
Shady Cove Mhp
1 health-basedRogue River Rv Park
Shady Cove Market
All resolvedShys Cafe
Deer Park Water Assn
Shady Cove Exxon
Anglers Cove/Schwc
All resolvedMill Mar Estates Irrigation Assoc
All resolvedMiguels Guadalajara Inc
Evergreen Meadows Wtr Improv Dist
All resolvedBrophys Pair-O-Dice Mobil Vill
Shady Trails Rv Park
All resolvedFlycasters Rv Park
All resolvedPicnic Basket Deli
All resolvedEagles Nest Saloon
Country Shack Cafe
Shady Pines Commercial Center
Rogue Riviera Estates
1 health-basedManzanita Hills Subdivision
16 health-basedRoyal Coachman Motel
Frontier Market
Duewey Cafe
Shady Cove Mobil
Shady Cove Med Center%Jan Gala
Shady Cove Market
Maple Leaf Motel
Sunburst Acres Subdivision
All resolvedJim'S Ice Cream & Sandwich
Shady Cove Chevron Station
Southern Oregon Wilderness Adventures
All resolvedUpper Rogue Methodist Church
Kee Lane Water System
Busy Beaver Motel
Riffles On The Rogue
Maple Leaf Motel
All resolvedContaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Medford (97539) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 192.
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.
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
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.