D37/100
LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,830 people · Oregon
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100483
Violations
56
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF
Is LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF water safe to drink?
LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 56 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF has 56 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MON, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF serve?
LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF serves approximately 20,830 people, Oregon.
What type of water does LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF provide?
LINCOLN CITY, 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 OR4100483.
How does LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
LINCOLN CITY, CITY OF scores 37/100 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.