F0/100
FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,920 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100887
Violations
69
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
6
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 26, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – November 1, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 26, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT
Is FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 69 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT has 69 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT serve?
FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,920 people, Oregon.
What type of water does FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT provide?
FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100887.
How does FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Oregon?
FAIRVIEW WATER DISTRICT 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.