Water System Report OR

Nantucket Shores

EPA ID: OR4195088 · 25 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Nantucket Shores delivers safe water to 25 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

25
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$500K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Nantucket Shores Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$88,266
Median Household Income
1,505
Service Area Population
75%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nantucket Shores serves a community with a median household income of $88,266 and an estimated 1,505 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 75% 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?

Groundwater

Nantucket Shores'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Tillamook 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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

Nantucket Shores (EPA ID: OR4195088) is a community water system in Oregon that serves approximately 25 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 97135 in Pacific City.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Nantucket Shores (OR4195088) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nantucket Shores water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Nantucket Shores has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Nantucket Shores serve?

Nantucket Shores serves approximately 25 people across 1 ZIP code in Oregon.

Where does Nantucket Shores get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
77
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 25
Reported to Oregon

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Nantucket Shores meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Nantucket Shores serve?
Nantucket Shores serves approximately 25 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Nantucket Shores's water source?
Nantucket Shores draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Nantucket Shores's service area?
The Nantucket Shores service area has a median household income of $88,266. EPA EJScreen data classifies 75% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Nantucket Shores get its water?
Nantucket Shores'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.
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