Water system
Orchard West Water Assoc
What this means for you
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Orchard West Water Assoc has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- Optional. Nothing in this data strongly calls for one. Many people still filter for chlorine taste and odor.
- What kind of filter?
- For taste and odor (chlorine/chloramine), an NSF/ANSI 42 pitcher or faucet filter is enough. See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
PFAS (“forever chemicals”), EPA UCMR 5
No UCMR 5 results on file (mostly smaller systems weren’t required to test).
Lead and copper
This lead result is more than 5 years old, so it is not counted in the grade. Ask your utility for its latest lead sampling.
Violations (last 5 years)
| Began | Type | Contaminant / rule | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Resolved |
| 2025-10-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | Lead and Copper Rule | Unaddressed |
| 2025-10-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | Radium-226 | Resolved |
| 2025-10-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | Radium-228 | Resolved |
| 2023-10-11 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2023-10-11 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2022-10-01 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Consumer Confidence Rule | Resolved |
| 2022-07-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | TTHM | Resolved |
| 2022-07-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Resolved |
Filters matched to this water
Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how.