Health Violations Found OR 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Milo Academy

EPA ID: OR4100250 · 124 people served · 2 ZIP codes

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Milo Academy carried 8 violations still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 124 people across the area it supplies.

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

B · 79
Avg Safety Score
124
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
49
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$307K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 6 (2023) to 2 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Milo Academy Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$56,387
Median Household Income
1,223
Service Area Population
59%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Milo Academy serves a community with a median household income of $56,387 and an estimated 1,223 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 59% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Milo Academy's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Douglas County, Oregon rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

Detected Contaminants

How Milo Academy compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

E. coli at 18 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 18 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Milo Academy (EPA ID: OR4100250) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 124 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (79/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

4 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 8 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
January 30, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2024 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 E. coli Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2024 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
September 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 E. coli Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2024 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
March 10, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 18 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 18 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 5 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
97429 0.003 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Milo Academy (OR4100250) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milo Academy water safe to drink?

Milo Academy has recorded 4 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Milo Academy serve?

Milo Academy serves approximately 124 people across 2 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does Milo Academy get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
39
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 124
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

Is water from Milo Academy safe to drink?
Milo Academy earns a B safety grade with 49 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Milo Academy's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, E. coli, Fecal Coliform, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Milo Academy serve?
Milo Academy serves approximately 124 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Milo Academy's water source?
Milo Academy draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Milo Academy's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Milo Academy's service area?
The Milo Academy service area has a median household income of $56,387. EPA EJScreen data classifies 59% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Milo Academy get its water?
Milo Academy's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Milo Academy (EPA ID: OR4100250) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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