Historical Compliance Records OR

City of Tualatin

EPA ID: OR4100906 ยท 28,106 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Tualatin (OR4100906): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. A total of 1 EPA violation spanning the past five monitoring years sit on City of Tualatin's record - every finding has been officially cleared, and the supplier now holds current compliance status for its service population of approximately 28,106 people, with no outstanding enforcement of any kind.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 82
Avg Safety Score
28,106
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00493 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$608K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$106,987
Median Household Income
149,251
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
38%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Tualatin serves a community with a median household income of $106,987 and an estimated 149,251 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Tualatin'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
34th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
58th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Tualatin compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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.

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 West Linn
28,000 people
A 0 violations
City of Roseburg
28,800 people
0 violations
City of Forest Grove
26,838 people
C 22 violations
City of Woodburn
29,455 people
A 5 violations
Clackamas River Water
29,918 people
B 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,560
Radon Mitigation $240
PFAS Treatment $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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 Tualatin, (EPA ID: OR4100906) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 28,106 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (82/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report 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
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
0.00493 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 Tualatin (OR4100906) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Tualatin water safe to drink?

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

City of Tualatin serves approximately 28,106 people across 5 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does City of Tualatin 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
170

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

Is water from City of Tualatin safe to drink?
City of Tualatin earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Tualatin's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 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 City of Tualatin serve?
City of Tualatin serves approximately 28,106 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is City of Tualatin's water source?
City of Tualatin draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Tualatin's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00493 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Tualatin's service area?
The City of Tualatin service area has a median household income of $106,987. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Tualatin get its water?
City of Tualatin'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 Tualatin (OR): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100906/
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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

City of Tualatin (EPA ID: OR4100906) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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