Historical Compliance Records OR

West Slope Water District

EPA ID: OR4100660 ยท 11,000 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Slope Water District (OR4100660): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. A total of 1 EPA violation spanning the past five monitoring years sit on West Slope Water District's record - every finding has been officially cleared, and the supplier now holds current compliance status for its service population of approximately 11,000 people, with no outstanding enforcement of any kind.

Data: EPA SDWIS

11,000
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00489 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$710K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Slope Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$111,341
Median Household Income
66,732
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
23th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Slope Water District serves a community with a median household income of $111,341 and an estimated 66,732 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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

West Slope Water District'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
57th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How West Slope Water District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Prineville
11,000 people
C 76 violations
City of Cottage Grove
10,879 people
A 7 violations
City of Silverton
10,484 people
A 15 violations
City of Newport
10,439 people
0 violations
City of Monmouth
11,651 people
6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $400
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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

West Slope Water District (EPA ID: OR4100660) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 11,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment 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
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
0.00489 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.

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 West Slope Water District (OR4100660) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Slope Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for West Slope Water District; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does West Slope Water District serve?

West Slope Water District serves approximately 11,000 people across 3 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does West Slope Water District 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
116

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in West Slope Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 1 contaminant 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 West Slope Water District serve?
West Slope Water District serves approximately 11,000 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is West Slope Water District's water source?
West Slope Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Slope Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00489 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of West Slope Water District's service area?
The West Slope Water District service area has a median household income of $111,341. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Slope Water District get its water?
West Slope Water District'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). West Slope Water District (OR): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100660/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

West Slope Water District (EPA ID: OR4100660) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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