Demonstrating its commitment to public health protection and the public’s right-to-know about local environmental information, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all community water systems to put annual drinking water quality reports into the hands of their members. These reports (also known as consumer confidence reports), which EPA developed in consultation with water suppliers, environmental groups, and the states, will enable you to make practical, knowledgeable decisions about your health and your environment.
Lab tests confirmed water samples were negative for contaminates from the flow meter installation. The Boil Water Advisory has been lifted for all residents. Thank you!
The flow meter has been connected and the plant operators started getting water service restored at 2:45pm. Flow is on and they are purging air in various spots. Water should be available to all home soon.
Please continue to follow the Boil Order Notice. Once testing comes back, will we update members.
Beginning Wednesday, May 13 at 7:30am your water system pressure will drop below the standard threshold of 20 PSI during the scheduled flow meter installation. View Water Service Interruption Notice post.
Potentially harmful bacteria could be present in the water supply. If these bacteria are present, they could make you sick, and are a particular concern for people with weakened immune systems. We will perform tests for bacterial to ensure the water is safe in the following days.
This Boil Water Advisory is a precaution. To limit risk to health, customers should follow the instructions contained in this advisory. When tests show no bacteria and you no longer need to boil your water, we will lift the boil water advisory. We anticipate resolving the problem within the next 3 days.
Customers should bring water to a rolling boil for 1 full minute, allow the water to cool before using, and store the cooled water in a clean container with a cover. Customers should use boiled water that has cooled or bottled water for:
Drinking
Brushing teeth
Washing fruits and vegetables
Preparing food and baby formula
Making ice
Cleaning food contact surfaces
For more information, please talk to a board member, or contact John Woody at 541-643-6137, or email john@oecadmin.com.
General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by contaminants in drinking water are available from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791 or the Oregon Health Authority, Drinking Water Services at 971-673-0405.
