Water System Report OR

Canby Regency

EPA ID: OR4100163 · 265 people served · 1 ZIP code

Canby Regency earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 265 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

265
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$452K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Canby Regency Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$87,585
Median Household Income
17,100
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Canby Regency serves a community with a median household income of $87,585 and an estimated 17,100 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Canby Regency's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Clackamas County, Oregon rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.03 ppt, PFOS: 0.03 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Canby Regency (EPA ID: OR4100163) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 265 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97038 in Molalla.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Canby Regency (OR4100163) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canby Regency water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Canby Regency has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Canby Regency serve?

Canby Regency serves approximately 265 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does Canby Regency get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Canby Regency meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Canby Regency serve?
Canby Regency serves approximately 265 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Canby Regency's water source?
Canby Regency draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Canby Regency's service area?
The Canby Regency service area has a median household income of $87,585. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Canby Regency get its water?
Canby Regency's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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