D31/100
BANDON, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,000 people · Oregon
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100074
Violations
54
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 2, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 25, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BANDON, CITY OF
Is BANDON, CITY OF water safe to drink?
BANDON, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BANDON, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BANDON, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BANDON, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BANDON, CITY OF has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BANDON, CITY OF serve?
BANDON, CITY OF serves approximately 3,000 people, Oregon.
What type of water does BANDON, CITY OF provide?
BANDON, 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 OR4100074.
How does BANDON, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
BANDON, CITY OF scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Oregon state page for a full comparison of water systems.