Historical Compliance Records OR

City of Lafayette

EPA ID: OR4100452 ยท 4,423 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Lafayette (OR4100452): 10 EPA violations in the last five years. 10 total violations across five years at City of Lafayette - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 4,423 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,423
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$473K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$95,150
Median Household Income
49,480
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Lafayette serves a community with a median household income of $95,150 and an estimated 49,480 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Lafayette'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
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How City of Lafayette compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 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. 2 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oregon

City of Wood Village
4,388 people
3 violations
Raleigh Water District
4,500 people
1 violation
Chenowith Pud
4,500 people
1 violation
A 3 violations
Philomath Public Works
4,670 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $720
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $240
Water Filtration $180
Total Estimated Cost $1,540

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 $1,540 (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 Lafayette, (EPA ID: OR4100452) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 4,423 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 10 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 10 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
June 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2022 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP 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
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 4 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 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 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Lafayette (OR4100452) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Lafayette water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Lafayette; its 10 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 Lafayette serve?

City of Lafayette serves approximately 4,423 people across 5 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does City of Lafayette get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
348

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Lafayette's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Contaminant 0700, Surface Water Treatment Rule, 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 4 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 Lafayette serve?
City of Lafayette serves approximately 4,423 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is City of Lafayette's water source?
City of Lafayette draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Lafayette's service area?
The City of Lafayette service area has a median household income of $95,150. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Lafayette get its water?
City of Lafayette'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 Lafayette (OR): 10 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100452/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

City of Lafayette (EPA ID: OR4100452) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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