Historical Compliance Records OR 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Umpqua Basin Water Assoc

EPA ID: OR4100719 ยท 9,499 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Umpqua Basin Water Assoc (OR4100719): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Umpqua Basin Water Assoc recorded 8 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 9,499 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

9,499
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$352K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Umpqua Basin Water Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,765
Median Household Income
37,191
Service Area Population
59%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Umpqua Basin Water Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $70,765 and an estimated 37,191 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 59% 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

Umpqua Basin Water Assoc'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
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Umpqua Basin Water Assoc compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Fecal Coliform at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

E. coli at 2 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

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

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Umpqua Basin Water Assoc (EPA ID: OR4100719) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 9,499 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 8 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 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
August 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
May 30, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 4 No
E. coli Microbiological 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Lead and Copper 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 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 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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 Umpqua Basin Water Assoc (OR4100719) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Umpqua Basin Water Assoc water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Umpqua Basin Water Assoc; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Umpqua Basin Water Assoc serve?

Umpqua Basin Water Assoc serves approximately 9,499 people across 3 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does Umpqua Basin Water Assoc 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 Umpqua Basin Water Assoc's water?
Detected contaminants include Fecal Coliform, E. coli, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper 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 Umpqua Basin Water Assoc serve?
Umpqua Basin Water Assoc serves approximately 9,499 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Umpqua Basin Water Assoc's water source?
Umpqua Basin Water Assoc draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Umpqua Basin Water Assoc's service area?
The Umpqua Basin Water Assoc service area has a median household income of $70,765. EPA EJScreen data classifies 59% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Umpqua Basin Water Assoc get its water?
Umpqua Basin Water Assoc'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

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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

Umpqua Basin Water Assoc (EPA ID: OR4100719) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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