CITY REPORT OR HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Falls City, OR - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$296K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Falls City Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 127 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 66% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.34.

Water Systems Serving Falls City

The 3 largest of 3 systems connected with Falls City, OR are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Falls City, Oregon (population ~1,464), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 6,038 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. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Falls City water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 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
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 20 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 20 1
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 20 1
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 12 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 8 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
97344 — 127 1 Grand Ronde Community Wtr Assn

All ZIP Codes in Falls City

  • 97344 - 127 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

CDC Health Data for Falls City

12.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
10.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.6%
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 12.4% ↑
Diabetes 10.9% ↑
Mental Health 17.6% ↑

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

Key Contaminants Detected in Falls City

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 20 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 20 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Surface Water Treatment Rule 20 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed

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

How Old Is Falls City's Housing Stock?

1975
Median Build Year
66%
Built Before 1986
40%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 66% 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

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Falls City's housing; median build year 1975.

1975
Median Year Built
66%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
40%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (40%) 1970–1986 (26%) Post-1986 (34%)

Over half of homes in Falls City 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.

Falls City: Remediation Cost in Perspective

In Falls City, estimated remediation comes to 1% or less of the median home value.

Median Home Value
$295,500
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Falls City can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 27% below the Oregon average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Falls City

66%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0023
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.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Falls City, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Falls City?
EPA records list 127 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Falls City water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Falls City water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Falls City is 0.0023 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 many water systems serve Falls City?
Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Falls City. The related population figure in our data is approximately 1,464 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Falls City?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Falls City: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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