F12/100
ASTORIA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,181 people · Oregon
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100055
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.61 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ASTORIA, CITY OF
Is ASTORIA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
ASTORIA, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (12/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 25 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ASTORIA, CITY OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in ASTORIA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ASTORIA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ASTORIA, CITY OF has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does ASTORIA, CITY OF serve?
ASTORIA, CITY OF serves approximately 10,181 people, Oregon.
What type of water does ASTORIA, CITY OF provide?
ASTORIA, CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OR4100055.
How does ASTORIA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
ASTORIA, CITY OF scores 12/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Oregon state page for a full comparison of water systems.