Salem Water Quality
Oregon
The tap water in Salem, Oregon is served by 26 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 216,587 people. 18 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 8000 in 2025. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.
Drinking water in Salem, Oregon is delivered through 26 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 216,587 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.
The SDWIS record for Salem shows 18 total violations across all 26 systems, of which 18 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 8000, 5200, 0700, 3100, 5000. 5 TRI-reporting industrial facilities are also located within the city limits.
A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the Oregon drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.
Community Water Systems
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SALEM PUBLIC WORKS | 199,820 | 0 | Clean |
| SUBURBAN EAST SALEM WD | 13,900 | 0 | Clean |
| LABISH VILLAGE WTR COMMISSION | 452 | 0 | Clean |
| CAROLINA WATER SYSTEM | 300 | 1 | Health |
| SURFWOOD VILLA HOA | 200 | 0 | Clean |
| LGC MEADOWLARK MANOR LLC | 195 | 0 | Clean |
| GREEN OAKS PARK LLC | 165 | 0 | Clean |
| DUPLEX VILLAGE WATER SYSTEM | 165 | 0 | Clean |
| ROYAL ESTATES | 160 | 2 | Health |
| SALEM MOBILE ESTATES/SHADY ACRES | 150 | 0 | Clean |
| SUNSET VILLAGE MHP | 120 | 0 | Clean |
| TRAILER PARK VILLAGE | 105 | 0 | Clean |
| HOPEWELL WATER COMPANY | 100 | 0 | Clean |
| MCLAIN VILLAGE WATER DEPT | 100 | 3 | Health |
| SUNNYVIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | 100 | 0 | Clean |
| ALPINE CREST IMPROVEMENT DIST | 91 | 3 | Health |
| BREWSTER COMMUNITY HOMEOWNERS | 70 | 3 | Health |
| LAKESHORE TERRACE | 60 | 0 | Clean |
| PIONEER PARK CO-OP INC | 54 | 2 | Health |
| WATFORD CITY MOBILE HOME PARK | 52 | 0 | Clean |
| 62ND COURT MUTUAL WATER CO | 50 | 0 | Clean |
| RALPH TAYLOR TRAILER COURT | 45 | 0 | Clean |
| DUPLEX VILLAGE EAST | 41 | 0 | Clean |
| SANTIAM MEADOWS COMMUNITY WS | 40 | 3 | Health |
| OAKDALE TRAILER PARK | 26 | 0 | Clean |
| FOX HOLLOW ESTATES WATER CORP | 26 | 1 | Health |
Does this city have health-based water violations?
Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.
| Contaminant | Begin Date |
|---|---|
| 8000 | 2025-01-03 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 8000 | 2023-11-01 |
| 8000 | 2023-11-01 |
| 8000 | 2023-11-01 |
| 8000 | 2023-10-15 |
| 8000 | 2023-10-15 |
| 0700 | 2019-01-01 |
| 8000 | 2018-06-01 |
| 8000 | 2017-03-12 |
| 0700 | 2016-05-31 |
| 3100 | 2016-01-01 |
| 5000 | 2002-01-01 |
| 5000 | 2001-01-01 |
| 5000 | 2000-07-01 |
| 5000 | 2000-01-01 |
TRI Facilities in Salem
| Facility | Total Releases |
|---|---|
| Ennis-Flint Salem | 99.7K lbs |
| Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc | 24.7K lbs |
| Riverbend Sand & Gravel | 9.4K lbs |
| Salem Asphalt | 1 lbs |
| Garmin at Inc. | 0 lbs |
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About This Data
Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.
A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.
TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.