Water Quality in BOARDMAN, OR (97818)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 97818.

196

Total Violations

5

Health-Based

191

Monitoring / Reporting

194

Resolved

What does this mean?

194 of 196 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 191 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.

Water systems: 12 Population served: 8,926

Violations Detail (196 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ASep 5, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 24, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
COLIPHAGEMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 4, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 4, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(13)

E. COLI

34

Sep 5Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 24Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

COLIPHAGE

19

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 4Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(10)

Nitrate

03

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BOARDMAN (97818) has 196 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. 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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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