Historical Compliance Records OR

Vineyard Mountain Water

EPA ID: OR4100231 ยท 325 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Vineyard Mountain Water (OR4100231): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. Although 2 violations appeared on Vineyard Mountain Water's record, each is listed as resolved; the system serves about 325 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

325
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0226 mg/L
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2025-12-31) - Above EPA Action Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$496K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Vineyard Mountain Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$69,127
Median Household Income
44,464
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
6%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Vineyard Mountain Water have a median household income of $69,127 and about 44,464 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Vineyard Mountain Water's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

52 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Vista Home Park
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,080
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $4,380

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

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (ZipCheckup estimate)

Lead Exposure - Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (estimate)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,280
10 years
$10,560
20 years
$21,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,380 (one-time) vs. $10,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Vineyard Mountain Water (EPA ID: OR4100231) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 325 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97330 in Corvallis.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Rule Other (notice or report rule) 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring & Reporting 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0226 mg/L Yes 2025-12-31
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by OR or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Vineyard Mountain Water (OR4100231) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vineyard Mountain Water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Vineyard Mountain Water; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Vineyard Mountain Water serve?

Vineyard Mountain Water serves approximately 325 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does Vineyard Mountain Water get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 2 recorded violations, review the violation types and dates; a filter certified for a specific contaminant of concern can reduce that contaminant at the tap. Monitoring or reporting violations are not something a filter addresses.
How many people does Vineyard Mountain Water serve? ▼
Vineyard Mountain Water serves approximately 325 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Vineyard Mountain Water's water source? ▼
Vineyard Mountain Water draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Vineyard Mountain Water's water? ▼
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result on record is 0.0226 mg/L (sample period ending 2025-12-31). This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Vineyard Mountain Water? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Vineyard Mountain Water have a median household income of $69,127 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Vineyard Mountain Water get its water? ▼
Vineyard Mountain Water's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Vineyard Mountain Water (OR): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100231/
BibTeX
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Vineyard Mountain Water (EPA ID: OR4100231) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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