C42/100
JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,000 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100418
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.10 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – February 28, 2023Rule: Ground Water 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 JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES
Is JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES water safe to drink?
JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES detected?
2 contaminants were tested in JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES serve?
JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES serves approximately 7,000 people, Oregon.
What type of water does JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES provide?
JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100418.
How does JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Oregon?
JUNCTION CITY WATER UTILITIES scores 42/100 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.