OHA Drinking Water Services
OHA Drinking Water Services
Contact Report Details

PWS ID: OR41 00673
PWS Name: PRAIRIE CITY
 
Who Was Contacted and Phone: Georgia Patterson (541) 820-3636
Contact Date: 10/02/2009
Contacted By: BURNETT, GARY (DWP)
Contact Method/Location: Office
 
Assistance Type: WATER QUALITY ALERT RESPONSE
Reasons: Lead or Copper
Lead/Copper
 
Details: SUMMARY: Action level for Copper exceeded DETAILS: Lead & Copper samples were collected on 9/09/2009 and the 90th% level for Copper is 1.58 mg/l. The system has exceeded the Copper Action Level for a number of years, but further action was pending the completion of the filtration project. Furthermore, the water supply at the time of sampling was ~50% well water with polyphosphate treatment, mixing with the surface supply. The City will take samples for water quality parameters, including pH, alkalinity, calcium, and conductivity. Two samples will be taken at distribution taps, and one sample at the entry point. ACTION NEEDED: Water quality parameters to be sampled in November and July.
 
Associated Alerts: CHEM3728 - 09/30/2009 - COPPER SUMMARY