B65/100
PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Oregon
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
OR4100653
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.92 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 3, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 20, 2023Enforcement: 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 PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT
Is PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT serve?
PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,500 people, Oregon.
What type of water does PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT provide?
PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OR4100653.
How does PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Oregon?
PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT scores 65/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Oregon state page for a full comparison of water systems.