Historical Compliance Records OR

City of Hermiston

EPA ID: OR4100372 ยท 20,000 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Hermiston (OR4100372): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Five years tracked: City of Hermiston had 6 violations, all cleared, 20,000 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 60
Avg Safety Score
20,000
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$274K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$76,032
Median Household Income
27,979
Service Area Population
53%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Hermiston serves a community with a median household income of $76,032 and an estimated 27,979 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 53% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Hermiston'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Hermiston 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.

Contaminant 3028 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 โ†’

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

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oregon

City of Sherwood
19,885 people
B 3 violations
City of Central Point
19,785 people
A 1 violation
City of Lincoln City
20,830 people
0 violations
City of Milwaukie
20,946 people
B 17 violations
Ashland Water Department
20,946 people
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

City of Hermiston, (EPA ID: OR4100372) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 20,000 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97838 in Hermiston.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (60/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 6 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 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
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Contaminant 3028 Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Contaminant 3028 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Contaminant 3028 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Contaminant 3028 Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 3028 Other Violation 4 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 mg/L No N/A

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

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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

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

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 the full compliance record for City of Hermiston (OR4100372) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Hermiston water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Hermiston; its 6 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Hermiston serve?

City of Hermiston serves approximately 20,000 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does City of Hermiston get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
316
Detections
17
Latest sample
6/10/2024
Highest analyte
PFHxS: 12 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFHxS 12 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOS 12 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 10 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 4.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 3.9 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Hermiston safe to drink?
City of Hermiston has a C safety grade based on 6 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Hermiston's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Contaminant 3028, 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 3 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 City of Hermiston serve?
City of Hermiston serves approximately 20,000 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Hermiston's water source?
City of Hermiston draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Hermiston'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 City of Hermiston's service area?
The City of Hermiston service area has a median household income of $76,032. EPA EJScreen data classifies 53% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Hermiston get its water?
City of Hermiston'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Hermiston (OR): 6 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100372/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Hermiston (EPA ID: OR4100372) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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