Water Quality in Portland, OR
313 water systems serving 882,506 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Portland water systems is 7.4 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 5 systems have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 6351 |
| Health-based violations | 390 |
| Lead action level violations | 5 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Portland
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Portland tap water safe to drink?
Portland tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Portland, Oregon?
Portland has 313 public water systems serving approximately 882,506 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 7.4 ppb. There are 6351 total violations on record.
Does Portland have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 7.4 ppb across Portland's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 5 systems have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Portland?
313 public water systems are registered in Portland, Oregon with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 882,506 people.