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Bend, Oregon Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 44 water systems serving 130,959 people.

50
Fair
out of 100

Water Source

44
Water Systems
131K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFHpA0.004 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFHxA0.005 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFOA0.008 0.004 ug/L0.090 ug/L(EWG)
198%
Above limit
PFPeA0.009 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (10)

52

Jul 1, 2025

moderate

51

Jul 1, 2025

moderate

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

52

Oct 1, 2024

moderate

72

Oct 1, 2024

minor

72

Oct 1, 2024

minor

52

Oct 1, 2024

moderate

34

Sep 4, 2023

moderate

Resolved Violations (490)

2A

Aug 29, 2025

critical

38

Jul 1, 2025 — Jul 31, 2025

moderate

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

2A

Jul 1, 2025

critical

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

+ 485 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bend tap water safe to drink?

Bend's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Bend tap water?

4 contaminants have been detected in Bend's water supply across 44 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Bend?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Bend's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Bend have any water quality violations?

Yes, Bend currently has 123 active violations. See the violations section above for details.