Water System Report OR

City of Cascade Locks

EPA ID: OR4100172 · 1,398 people served · 1 ZIP code

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, City of Cascade Locks sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 1,398 people.

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

1,398
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$338K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2022). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Cascade Locks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,375
Median Household Income
1,617
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Cascade Locks serves a community with a median household income of $70,375 and an estimated 1,617 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

City of Cascade Locks'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Multnomah 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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oregon

City of Depoe Bay
1,398 people
A 3 violations
City of Rockaway Beach
1,400 people
A 6 violations
Bay City Water System
1,400 people
0 violations
0 violations
City of Pilot Rock
1,326 people
B 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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.

System Overview

City of Cascade Locks, (EPA ID: OR4100172) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 1,398 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97014 in Cascade Locks.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

  • 97014 — Cascade Locks

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Cascade Locks (OR4100172) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Cascade Locks water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Cascade Locks serve?

City of Cascade Locks serves approximately 1,398 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does City of Cascade Locks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
630
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,398
Reported to Oregon

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Cascade Locks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Cascade Locks serve?
City of Cascade Locks serves approximately 1,398 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Cascade Locks's water source?
City of Cascade Locks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Cascade Locks's service area?
The City of Cascade Locks service area has a median household income of $70,375. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Cascade Locks get its water?
City of Cascade Locks'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.
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