Historical Compliance Records OR

City of Rainier

EPA ID: OR4100689 ยท 1,932 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Rainier (OR4100689): 62 EPA violations in the last five years. A total of 62 EPA violations spanning the past five monitoring years sit on City of Rainier's record - every finding has been officially cleared, and the supplier now holds current compliance status for its service population of approximately 1,932 people, with no outstanding enforcement of any kind.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,932
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
62
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
57
Contaminants Flagged
$364K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,453
Median Household Income
7,096
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Rainier serves a community with a median household income of $74,453 and an estimated 7,096 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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 Rainier'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Rainier compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2015 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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1,810 people
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1,800 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $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 $1,500

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 $2,200 (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 Rainier (EPA ID: OR4100689) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 1,932 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97048 in Rainier.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 62 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 34 resolved, 28 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
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 4 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 2 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2034 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 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 Rainier (OR4100689) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Rainier water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Rainier; its 62 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 Rainier serve?

City of Rainier serves approximately 1,932 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does City of Rainier get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Rainier's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Contaminant 2015, Chlorodibromomethane. 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 Rainier serve?
City of Rainier serves approximately 1,932 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Rainier's water source?
City of Rainier 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 Rainier's service area?
The City of Rainier service area has a median household income of $74,453. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Rainier get its water?
City of Rainier'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.). City of Rainier (OR): 62 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100689/
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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 Rainier (EPA ID: OR4100689) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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