C40/100
ATHENA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,238 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100064
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 ATHENA, CITY OF
Is ATHENA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
ATHENA, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ATHENA, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ATHENA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATHENA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATHENA, CITY OF has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATHENA, CITY OF serve?
ATHENA, CITY OF serves approximately 1,238 people, Oregon.
What type of water does ATHENA, CITY OF provide?
ATHENA, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100064.
How does ATHENA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
ATHENA, CITY OF scores 40/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Oregon state page for a full comparison of water systems.