97218
Portland, OR
Multnomah County · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area
PORTLAND WATER BUREAU

Is tap water in Parkrose (97218) safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: November 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested November 2024.
Township:
  • Portland East CCD, OR
Neighborhoods:
  • Alameda
  • Parkrose
  • Hollywood
  • Laurelhurst
  • Irvington
  • Montavilla

The short answer for Parkrose (97218)

Portland tap water has 1 detected contaminant, currently below EPA limits (tested November 2024). Nitrate + Nitrite measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for Portland

Nitrate + Nitrite 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.
Nitrate + Nitrite concentration (mg/L) November 2024
0 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 2E+04 mg/L
2.980 mg/L
Detected
mg/L
1E+04 mg/L
EPA limit
guideline
0.0% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 1E+04 mg/L | Your water: 2.980 mg/L
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Most elevated compounds

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

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Bull Run River TP · Tested: November 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

Groundwater Pump Station Outlet · Tested: October 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

Nash Pit Landfill Monitoring Well 1 · Tested: November 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Nitrate + Nitrite 2.980 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 84.000 mg/L — —
Boron 0.051 mg/L — —
Calcium 22.200 mg/L — —
Chloride 5.530 mg/L — —
Hardness, Ca, Mg 92.800 mg/L — —
Magnesium 9.220 mg/L — —
Organic carbon 0.749 mg/L — —
Oxidation reduction potenti... 421.000 mV — —
Potassium 4.200 mg/L — —
Silica 66.400 mg/L — —
Sodium 7.800 mg/L — —
Sulfate 13.100 mg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 208.000 mg/L — —
Vanadium 0.007 mg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 97218

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 97218 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 97218 tap water?

ZIP 97218 has 1 detected contaminant below EPA limits in this dataset. Nitrate + Nitrite measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 97218 tap water remove Nitrate + Nitrite?

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 97218, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove Nitrate + Nitrite?

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 97218?

Public records identify PORTLAND WATER BUREAU as a primary water system associated with ZIP 97218. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 97218 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 97218?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact PORTLAND WATER BUREAU or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 97218. 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 (PFTrDA: 0,007 µg/L)
Last tested November 2024
Last page update 2026-05-04

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