Water Testing

The Corvallis Water System consistently provides a reliable supply of high quality drinking water. Corvallis regularly and routinely monitors water quality at the treatment plant and in the distribution system. Many of the tests are performed in the City's water quality laboratory; other tests are performed by certified private lab companies.

Citizens often ask if the City will test water from their home. Sometimes this is because people are concerned about lead. While lead has NEVER been detected in the Corvallis water system, some homes may have leaded brass fixtures or copper pipes with lead solder. Sometimes citizens get their drinking water from their own private wells, and they are interested in having their water tested for nitrates, bacteria, or other contaminants.

The City of Corvallis does not perform water testing for the general public. There are other ways you can get your water tested. A good resource is the Benton County OSU Extension Service and their Water Testing Web Page. This page is focused on well water, but is also a good resource for water testing in general.

If you choose to have your water tested for contaminants, make sure to use a certified laboratory. The Oregon Health Authority maintains a list of water testing laboratories that are certified to test drinking water and who will perform testing for the general public. You can access this list here.