Health Violations Found OR 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of Irrigon

EPA ID: OR4100403 · 2,133 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Current EPA status: City of Irrigon, 3 open violations, 2,133 people served.

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

B · 71
Avg Safety Score
2,133
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
18
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
8
Contaminants Flagged
$230K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$66,498
Median Household Income
8,971
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Irrigon serves a community with a median household income of $66,498 and an estimated 8,971 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.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Groundwater

City of Irrigon'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Morrow 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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Irrigon compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Coliform at 8 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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City of Stanfield
2,115 people
B 11 violations
City of Enterprise
2,107 people
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2,160 people
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City of Union
2,162 people
B 2 violations
City of Vernonia
2,100 people
C 22 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $550

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 $550 (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

City of Irrigon, (EPA ID: OR4100403) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 2,133 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (71/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 3 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 1, 2025 Contaminant 3028 Monitoring Unresolved
August 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 3, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 13, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
August 16, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
July 5, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
March 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 23, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
October 14, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 24, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
August 14, 2023 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 10 Yes
Total Coliform Microbiological 8 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 4 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2931 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 3028 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
97844 0.004 mg/L No N/A

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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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 Irrigon (OR4100403) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Irrigon water safe to drink?

City of Irrigon has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 City of Irrigon serve?

City of Irrigon serves approximately 2,133 people across 2 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does City of Irrigon 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
735
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,133
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 City of Irrigon safe to drink?
City of Irrigon earns a B safety grade with 18 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Irrigon's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Total Coliform, Surface Water Treatment 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 City of Irrigon serve?
City of Irrigon serves approximately 2,133 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Irrigon's water source?
City of Irrigon draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Irrigon's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Irrigon's service area?
The City of Irrigon service area has a median household income of $66,498. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Irrigon get its water?
City of Irrigon'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 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

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