Water System Report WA

City of Oroville

EPA ID: WA5364400 · 3,256 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Oroville (WA5364400): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for City of Oroville shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 3,256 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,256
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$241K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$46,544
Median Household Income
10,782
Service Area Population
90%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Oroville serves a community with a median household income of $46,544 and an estimated 10,782 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 90% 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

City of Oroville'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 Oroville (EPA ID: WA5364400) is a community water system in Washington that serves approximately 3,256 people from groundwater sources.

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

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
0.0032 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 1 (High 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 WA 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 Oroville (WA5364400) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Oroville water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Oroville 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 Oroville serve?

City of Oroville serves approximately 3,256 people across 3 ZIP codes in Washington.

Where does City of Oroville get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Oroville 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 Oroville serve?
City of Oroville serves approximately 3,256 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Oroville's water source?
City of Oroville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Oroville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Oroville's service area?
The City of Oroville service area has a median household income of $46,544. EPA EJScreen data classifies 90% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Oroville get its water?
City of Oroville'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Oroville Water Quality Report, WA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wa5364400/
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