Is Medford’s water tested for lead?

• March 28, 2024 |

Yes. Medford Water fully complies with all state and federal regulations for lead and copper testing. The EPA Lead and Copper Rule requires us to test for lead every three years at 30 homes built in the early 1980s. These homes were designated as being at-risk for lead in water because they were among the last homes constructed using lead solder to join copper pipes.

Under the Lead and Copper Rule, if 10 percent of water samples return lead levels of over 15 parts per billion, a water provider is required to take certain actions to reduce lead exposure. In 2022, the 90th percentile value in Medford was 1.1 ppb and no samples exceeded the action level. For the most current water quality results available with details on compliance with regulations, view our Consumer Confidence Report. For a more comprehensive list of results, see our Water Quality Analyses.