CITY REPORT OR HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 5

Estacada, OR: 5 Health Violations - Home Safety 83/100

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Estacada: B.

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In ZipCheckup's scoring, Estacada, OR lands in the A-B grade tier.

How Estacada Compares

Estacada83/100
Oregon avg85/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 83
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$531K
Median Home Value
$1,100
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Estacada Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 78 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0021 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 51% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.12.

Who Supplies Your Water in Estacada

Multiple utilities show up for Estacada, OR: 3 are listed here out of 4 tracked federally.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Estacada, Oregon (population ~11,608), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 37,318 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Estacada: B (83/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Estacada water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0021 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 46 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 42 1
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 22 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 18 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 16 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
97023 B 78 5 City of Estacada,

All ZIP Codes in Estacada

  • 97023 [B] - 78 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Estacada

11.6%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.5%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.6% ↑
Diabetes 10.5% ↑
Mental Health 16.5% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Estacada Water

Lead and Copper Rule 46 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Surface Water Treatment Rule 42 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule 22 violations
Treatment Technique

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Estacada

1984
Median Build Year
51%
Built Before 1986
24%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 51% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Lead can reach tap water from service lines, solder and brass fittings inside a building, which is why housing age draws attention in Estacada, where the median build year is 1984.

1984
Median Year Built
51%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
24%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (24%) 1970–1986 (27%) Post-1986 (49%)

Over half of homes in Estacada were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Estacada Homeowners

Estimated remediation for Estacada is a small fraction of median property value - one percent or less - though the ratio does not describe any single household.

Median Home Value
$530,800
Est. Remediation
$1,100
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Estacada can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 31% above the Oregon average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Estacada

51%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0021
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Estacada

3
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$10,797
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Estacada contains 3 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $10,797. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $1,100 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Estacada, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Estacada, OR?
Estacada has an average Home Safety Score of 83/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 78 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Estacada?
EPA records list 78 EPA violations, including 5 health-based violations for Estacada water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Estacada water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Estacada is 0.0021 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Estacada compare to Oregon average?
Estacada has an average Home Safety Score of 83/100, which is below the Oregon state average of 85/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Estacada?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Estacada. The related population figure in our data is approximately 11,608 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Estacada?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Estacada: $1,100; modeled range $600 to $2,300. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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