A84/100
PHOENIX, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,900 people · Oregon
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100625
Violations
13
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – July 26, 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: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – March 27, 2024Enforcement: 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 PHOENIX, CITY OF
Is PHOENIX, CITY OF water safe to drink?
PHOENIX, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PHOENIX, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in PHOENIX, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PHOENIX, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PHOENIX, CITY OF has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does PHOENIX, CITY OF serve?
PHOENIX, CITY OF serves approximately 5,900 people, Oregon.
What type of water does PHOENIX, CITY OF provide?
PHOENIX, CITY OF 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 OR4100625.
How does PHOENIX, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
PHOENIX, CITY OF scores 84/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Oregon state page for a full comparison of water systems.