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Copper in Albany, OR Drinking Water

Copper data for Albany, Oregon · 67,284 residents · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of Copper in Albany, Oregon: the highest detected level is 1713 ppb; the EPA limit is 1.3 mg/L (action level). Copper carries a moderate health-risk designation.

Copper exposure in drinking water is tracked by EPA across the country; households in Albany, Oregon are among those with confirmed detections in the public water record.

1713 ppb
Max Level Detected
1713 ppb
Average Level
1.3 mg/L (action level)
EPA action level
Moderate
Health Risk
Reverse Osmosis or NSF 53 Carbon Block
Best Filter Method

Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-07-13

Copper in Albany Tap Water

Copper has been detected in Albany, Oregon drinking water at a maximum level of 1713 ppb — 1.32x the EPA action level.

This analysis covers 67,284 residents across 2 ZIP codes in Albany.

Albany's overall water quality grade is A (92/100).

Is Copper in Albany Water Safe?

Copper levels in parts of Albany exceed the EPA action level of 1.3 mg/L (action level). The EPA requires water systems to take corrective action when this limit is exceeded.

If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or nsf 53 carbon block filter certified under NSF 53 and testing your water independently.

Copper Levels by ZIP Code

ZIP Code Copper Level EPA Limit Status
97321 1713 ppb 1.3 mg/L (action level) Exceeds limit
97322 1713 ppb 1.3 mg/L (action level) Exceeds limit

Average copper level across Albany: 1713 ppb

Health Effects of Copper

  • Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (short-term, high levels)
  • Liver and kidney damage (long-term)
  • Particularly dangerous for people with Wilson's disease
  • Infants are more sensitive than adults

Health risk severity: Moderate. Governed by the Lead and Copper Rule.

How Copper Gets Into Drinking Water

  • Corrosion of copper household plumbing
  • Acidic (low pH) water accelerates copper leaching
  • New copper pipes leach more than aged ones
  • Mining and industrial discharge (rare for tap water)

What to Do About Copper in Albany Water

  1. Run water for 30-60 seconds before use (flushes stagnant water)
  2. Install an NSF 53 or NSF 58 certified filter
  3. If pH is low, consider a whole-home acid neutralizer
  4. Test first-draw morning water to check actual copper levels

Look for filters certified under NSF 53 for copper removal.

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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Copper in Albany, OR Drinking Water. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/copper/albany-or/
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Data as of July 2026.

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