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Is Lincoln City tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Lincoln City scores 98/100.

Safety Score
98
out of 100

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Lincoln City

Oregon

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Is Lincoln City tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Lincoln City scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Lincoln City. We found 76 total violations (10 unresolved).

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Requirement Status
Optional
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Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Evaluating water infrastructure in Lincoln City protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (98/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Lincoln City

76
Violations (5yr)
10
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Lincoln City.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln City tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Lincoln City scores 98/100.

How many water systems serve Lincoln City?

Lincoln City is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Lincoln City?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Lincoln City.

What is the water quality score for Lincoln City?

The water quality score for Lincoln City is 98 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Lincoln City?

The top contaminants detected in Lincoln City include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
98/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
20,830

Lincoln City Water Quality Summary

Lincoln City, OR receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Lincoln City's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Lincoln City's score of 98 is 15 points above the Oregon state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Oregon water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0014 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Lincoln City (1)

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