F0/100
MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,145 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100522
Violations
287
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 19, 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: April 1, 2022 – April 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: 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: May 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021Rule: 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 MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF
Is MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 287 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF has 287 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF serve?
MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF serves approximately 7,145 people, Oregon.
What type of water does MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF provide?
MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100522.
How does MILTON-FREEWATER, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
MILTON-FREEWATER, 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.