97501
Medford, OR
Jackson County · Medford, OR metro area
MEDFORD WATER COMMISSION

Is tap water in Southwest Jackson CCD (97501) safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: May 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested May 2024.
Townships:
  • Medford CCD, OR
  • Southwest Jackson CCD, OR
Neighborhood:
  • Medford

The short answer for Southwest Jackson CCD (97501)

Medford tap water has 7 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested March 2022). Arsenic measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Medford

Arsenic was detected in local water tests, currently below EPA limits. Even below-limit detections can still be meaningful for sensitive households, so a targeted certified filter can add protection.
  • PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
Arsenic concentration (µg/L) March 2022
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 20 µg/L
0.360 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
4% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 0.360 µg/L
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Arsenic was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.

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Most elevated compounds

No compounds above or close to EPA limits in available data.

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Big Butte Springs · Tested: January 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Rogue River WTP · Tested: May 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

South Stage Landfill MW-1 · Tested: March 2022

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 0.360 µg/L 10 µg/L 4% of limit
Uranium 0.890 µg/L 30 µg/L 3% of limit
Lead 0.280 µg/L 15 µg/L 2% of limit
Chromium 1.270 µg/L 100 µg/L 1% of limit
Copper 1.650 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.1% of limit
Lithium 0.011 mg/L 10 mg/L 0.1% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.354 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 135.000 mg/L — —
Aluminum 0.143 mg/L — —
Ammonia 0.014 mg/L — —
Barium 192.000 µg/L — —
Boron 0.189 mg/L — —
Calcium 117.000 mg/L — —
Chemical oxygen demand 13.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 90.400 mg/L — —
Cobalt 12.300 µg/L — —
Hardness, Ca, Mg 494.000 mg/L — —
Iron 0.128 mg/L — —
Magnesium 73.800 mg/L — —
Manganese 0.086 mg/L — —
Molybdenum 1.030 µg/L — —
Nickel 28.300 µg/L — —
Organic carbon 4.330 mg/L — —
Oxidation reduction potenti... 230.000 mV — —
Potassium 0.731 mg/L — —
Silica 27.400 mg/L — —
Sodium 18.300 mg/L — —
Sulfate 34.300 mg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 725.000 mg/L — —
Total suspended solids 5.000 mg/L — —
Vanadium 11.000 µg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 97501

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 97501 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 97501 tap water?

ZIP 97501 has 7 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. Arsenic measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 97501 tap water remove Arsenic?

Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 97501, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove Arsenic?

Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 97501?

Public records identify MEDFORD WATER COMMISSION as a primary water system associated with ZIP 97501. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 97501 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is May 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-04.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 97501?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact MEDFORD WATER COMMISSION or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 97501. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (11Cl-PF3OUdS: 0,005 µg/L)
Last tested May 2024
Last page update 2026-05-04

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