F0/100
HOOD RIVER, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,577 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100385
Violations
95
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 25, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – December 7, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 31, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 HOOD RIVER, CITY OF
Is HOOD RIVER, CITY OF water safe to drink?
HOOD RIVER, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 95 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOOD RIVER, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HOOD RIVER, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOOD RIVER, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOOD RIVER, CITY OF has 95 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOOD RIVER, CITY OF serve?
HOOD RIVER, CITY OF serves approximately 8,577 people, Oregon.
What type of water does HOOD RIVER, CITY OF provide?
HOOD RIVER, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100385.
How does HOOD RIVER, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
HOOD RIVER, 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.