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Springbrook Water Association

EPA ID: OR4100561 ยท 38 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Springbrook Water Association (OR4100561): 5 EPA violations in the last five years. Records for Springbrook Water Association show 5 violations over the monitored period, with every finding addressed and officially closed - the provider, which serves approximately 38 people, carries no outstanding enforcement actions in the current EPA dataset and meets all applicable drinking water requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

38
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00053 mg/L
Max Lead Level
4
Contaminants Flagged
$499K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Springbrook Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$95,150
Median Household Income
31,715
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Springbrook Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $95,150 and an estimated 31,715 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% 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

Springbrook Water Association'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
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Springbrook Water Association compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Contaminant 3028 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Surface Water Treatment 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. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds 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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $2,200 (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

Springbrook Water Association (EPA ID: OR4100561) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 38 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97132 in Newberg.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 5 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 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
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 3028 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Contaminant 3028 Non-health-based Resolved
January 17, 2022 Total Coliform 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 2 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00053 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.

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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 Springbrook Water Association (OR4100561) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springbrook Water Association water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Springbrook Water Association; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Springbrook Water Association serve?

Springbrook Water Association serves approximately 38 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does Springbrook Water Association get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Springbrook Water Association's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 3028, Total Coliform, Stage 1 DBP Rule, 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 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 Springbrook Water Association serve?
Springbrook Water Association serves approximately 38 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Springbrook Water Association's water source?
Springbrook Water Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Springbrook Water Association's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00053 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Springbrook Water Association's service area?
The Springbrook Water Association 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 Springbrook Water Association get its water?
Springbrook Water Association'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Springbrook Water Association (OR): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100561/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Springbrook Water Association (EPA ID: OR4100561) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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