Is Bend tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Bend's tap water meets all EPA standards and scores well on our analysis. It is generally safe to drink though filtration can improve taste and provide extra precaution.

85/100
Purity Score
1
Issues Found
2.5 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

1 Issue Detected in Bend

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.1 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Bend
Oregon

977,019,770,297,703 · Bridge Creek groundwater

Bend, OR: Water Quality and Filter Guide

Low Risk Updated March 2026 100,421 residents
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85
Purity Score

This 2026 water quality report for Bend compiles data from EPA SDWIS, EWG testing records, and the City of Bend Water consumer confidence report. Scores, contaminant levels, and matched filter recommendations are below.

Contaminant Levels

PFAS
ND
Lead
0.8 ppb
Nitrate
0.3 mg/L
Arsenic
0.1 mg/L
Hardness
2.5 gpg

Health Insights

  • 1
    Bend's water meets current EPA standards. Filtration can improve taste and provide extra safety.

Score

85 /100
Excellent
"Good" threshold (70)

Bend tap water is sourced from Bridge Creek groundwater and treated by City of Bend Water. Overall purity score: 85/100 (Excellent). Updated for 2026.

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Bend Water FAQ

Is Bend OR tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Bend tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 85/100 (Excellent) on PurityMap for 2026. For most healthy adults the water is considered safe but point-of-use filtration adds an important layer of protection.
Does Bend OR use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Bend uses chlorine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 0.6 ppm. Standard activated carbon filters including pitcher filters are effective at removing free chlorine taste and odor.
How hard is Bend OR water and what is the TDS level?
Bend water hardness is 2.5 grains per gallon (soft) with a TDS of 90 ppm (good). This level is unlikely to cause significant scale buildup in household plumbing.
Has PFAS been found in Bend OR drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Bend drinking water.
What is the best water filter for Bend?
Based on Bend's water profile, we recommend the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher. Bend water scores well overall. A pitcher filter provides extra precaution and improves taste for drinking and cooking.

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PortlandOregon — 85/100EugeneOregon — 85/100SalemOregon — 85/100GreshamOregon — 85/100HillsboroOregon — 85/100MedfordOregon — 85/100

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Data Sources

  • EPA SDWIS
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • City of Bend Water CCR
  • USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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