B62/100
VENETA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,200 people · Oregon
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
OR4100920
Violations
27
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 10, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 18, 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 VENETA, CITY OF
Is VENETA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
VENETA, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (62/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has VENETA, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in VENETA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does VENETA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, VENETA, CITY OF has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does VENETA, CITY OF serve?
VENETA, CITY OF serves approximately 5,200 people, Oregon.
What type of water does VENETA, CITY OF provide?
VENETA, 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 OR4100920.
How does VENETA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Oregon?
VENETA, CITY OF scores 62/100 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.