Highland Ranch Estates
EPA ID: OR4101194 · 60 people served · 1 ZIP code
Across every monitored period in the past five years, Highland Ranch Estates reported no EPA violations for its service population of 60.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Highland Ranch Estates serves a community with a median household income of $43,778 and an estimated 4,456 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Highland Ranch Estates's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
About 1% of homes in Harney County, Oregon rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Highland Ranch Estates (EPA ID: OR4101194) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 60 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 97720 in Burns.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 97720 — Burns
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Highland Ranch Estates (OR4101194) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highland Ranch Estates water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Highland Ranch Estates has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Highland Ranch Estates serve?
Highland Ranch Estates serves approximately 60 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.
Where does Highland Ranch Estates get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.