Water Quality in Pendleton, OR (97801)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97801.
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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
21,575
Population
42
Water Systems
185
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (42)
Hermiston, City Of
All resolvedPendleton, City Of
All resolvedCtuir Pwd Mission
1 health-basedUmatilla Co.Pks.-Harris Park
Indian Lake Campground
All resolvedW W Water System-Greenmeadow W
Sundale Water Co-Op
Rieth Water District
All resolvedHarris Water System
Heritage Improvement District
All resolvedPleasant View High School
Punkin Center School
All resolvedGreen Meadows Wtr Corporation
All resolvedBlue Mountain Forest Products
Mckay Acres Improvement Dist
All resolvedHalls Trailer Court
All resolvedRodeo City Inn
Lucky Seven Trailer Court
Codes Restaurant
Stewarts Addition
Desire For Healing, Inc
Charburger, The, %C/L Schnell
Kiwanis Cabins
Truck Ranch Motel,% J.W.Purvis
Roundup Drive In Theatre
Papoose Woodlands Imp.District
Mr.C.B.% Ferris Eleckel
Round Up Drive In Theatre
Langdon Lake Water Cooperative
All resolvedBirch Creek Golf Course
1 health-basedUmatilla Co Pks Harris Park
All resolvedUnion Pacific Railroad
Umatilla County Headstart-East
Memory Lane Mhp %Mike Winks
Pgg Pump & Irrigation Bldg.,
Pgg Feedville
Usfs Target Meadows Campground
Camp Meadowood Springs
All resolvedLucky 7 Trailer Court
Usfs Mottet Campground
Usfs Fairview Spring
Camp Fire Usa-Oregon Trail Council
Contaminants Found
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.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Pendleton (97801) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 185.
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
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.