D24/100
NEWBERG, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 25,138 people · Oregon
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OR4100557
Violations
50
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.10 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 537.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – October 31, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Consumer confidence report — inadequate or unavailable
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – December 1, 2021Rule: 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 NEWBERG, CITY OF
Is NEWBERG, CITY OF water safe to drink?
NEWBERG, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (24/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 50 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEWBERG, CITY OF detected?
67 contaminants were tested in NEWBERG, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWBERG, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWBERG, CITY OF has 50 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEWBERG, CITY OF serve?
NEWBERG, CITY OF serves approximately 25,138 people, Oregon.
What type of water does NEWBERG, CITY OF provide?
NEWBERG, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OR4100557.
How does NEWBERG, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
NEWBERG, CITY OF scores 24/100 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.