The city of Philomath’s annual Water System Consumer Confidence Report is now available for the public to read, Public Works Director Kevin Fear announced.
The report informs the public about drinking water, including where it comes from, how it is treated and any contaminants found. In 2024, Philomath’s drinking water met all federal and state water standards, the city reported. There are more than 120 drinking water quality standards set by the Oregon Department of Human Services and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
The report can be viewed online and printed copies are available at City Hall and Philomath Community Library. Or, citizens can request one by emailing pw@philomathoregon.gov.
According to the report, Philomath produced 189.2 million gallons of drinking water in 2024 through three sources. That’s down from 209.1 million gallons in 2023. Approximately 92% came from the treatment plant with water out of the Marys River. The plant produced an annual average of just over 500,000 gallons each day.
The city’s 11th Street well’s production accounted for less than 1% and use of the Philomath-Corvallis Rock Creek intertie was about 8%. City officials said usage from the well and intertie depends on the time of year, customer demand and maintenance requirements.
After reading the report, citizens with questions can call Public Works at 541-929-3579.