C58/100
NEWPORT, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,160 people · Oregon
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100566
Violations
39
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 NEWPORT, CITY OF
Is NEWPORT, CITY OF water safe to drink?
NEWPORT, CITY OF water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEWPORT, CITY OF detected?
54 contaminants were tested in NEWPORT, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWPORT, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWPORT, CITY OF has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does NEWPORT, CITY OF serve?
NEWPORT, CITY OF serves approximately 10,160 people, Oregon.
What type of water does NEWPORT, CITY OF provide?
NEWPORT, 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 OR4100566.
How does NEWPORT, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
NEWPORT, CITY OF scores 58/100 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.