97530
Ruch, OR
Jackson County · Medford, OR metro area
RUCH ELEMENTARY SD 549

Is Ruch tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: December 2024
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data. Last tested December 2024.
City:
Townships:
  • Southwest Jackson CCD, OR
  • Cave Junction CCD, OR
  • Medford CCD, OR

The short answer for Ruch

Ruch tap water has 6 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFHxS at 6.9× the limit (tested December 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Ruch

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFBS, PFHpA, PFHxS, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFHxS concentration (µg/L) December 2024
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.05 µg/L
0.028 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
592% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.028 µg/L
Certified Filters for Ruch Tap Water

PFHxS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFHxS
Tested: December 2024 · Entry Point		 0.028 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 592% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: December 2024 · Entry Point		 0.014 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 353% above limit
PFBS
Tested: December 2024 · Entry Point		 0.011 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 267% above limit
PFOA
Tested: December 2024 · Entry Point		 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 132% above limit
PFOS
Tested: December 2024 · Entry Point		 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 123% above limit
View all tested compounds

Entry Point · Tested: December 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFHxS 0.028 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 592% above limit
PFPeA 0.014 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 353% above limit
PFBS 0.011 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 267% above limit
PFOA 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 132% above limit
PFOS 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 123% above limit
PFHpA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 23% above limit
PFHxA 0.014 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.5% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 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
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
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <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

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

Water utilities serving ZIP 97530

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 97530 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 97530?

ZIP 97530 has 6 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFHxS at 6.9x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 97530 tap water remove PFHxS?

No. Boiling does not remove PFAS, and the compounds can actually become more concentrated as water evaporates. To reduce PFAS at home, use a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis).

Do basic pitcher filters remove PFHxS?

Most basic pitcher filters are only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 or 53, which do not cover PFAS. Look for a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) on the spec sheet.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 97530?

Public records identify RUCH ELEMENTARY SD 549 as a primary water system associated with ZIP 97530. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 97530 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 97530?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact RUCH ELEMENTARY SD 549 or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 97530. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFHxS: 0,004 µg/L)
Last tested December 2024
Last page update 2026-05-04

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