F0/100
ESTACADA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,750 people · Oregon
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100279
Violations
179
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)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – September 8, 2025Enforcement: 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 ESTACADA, CITY OF
Is ESTACADA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
ESTACADA, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 179 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ESTACADA, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ESTACADA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ESTACADA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ESTACADA, CITY OF has 179 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, MON. 92 are health-based violations.
How many people does ESTACADA, CITY OF serve?
ESTACADA, CITY OF serves approximately 5,750 people, Oregon.
What type of water does ESTACADA, CITY OF provide?
ESTACADA, 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 OR4100279.
How does ESTACADA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
ESTACADA, CITY OF scores 0/100 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.