Water System Report OR

City of West Linn

EPA ID: OR4100944 ยท 28,000 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of West Linn (OR4100944): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, City of West Linn carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 28,000 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A ยท 99
Avg Safety Score
28,000
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00184 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$878K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$146,783
Median Household Income
51,373
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of West Linn serves a community with a median household income of $146,783 and an estimated 51,373 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

City of West Linn'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Oregon

City of Tualatin
28,106 people
B 1 violation
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
Flood Insurance $2,150
Total Estimated Cost $2,150

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.

System Overview

City of West Linn, (EPA ID: OR4100944) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 28,000 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (99/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 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 accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00184 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 City of West Linn (OR4100944) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of West Linn water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of West Linn in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does City of West Linn serve?

City of West Linn serves approximately 28,000 people across 2 ZIP codes in Oregon.

Where does City of West Linn 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

Is water from City of West Linn safe to drink?
City of West Linn earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of West Linn meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of West Linn serve?
City of West Linn serves approximately 28,000 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of West Linn's water source?
City of West Linn draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of West Linn's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00184 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of West Linn's service area?
The City of West Linn service area has a median household income of $146,783. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of West Linn get its water?
City of West Linn'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 West Linn, OR: Serves 28K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/or4100944/
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