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Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency ranks #99,306 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a average safety record: 3 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty33% serious
$100
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#99,306
of 99,447 penalized employers

Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency in Nehalem, OR has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $100. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 1.5 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #99,306 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Utilities industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Portland General Electric Company in Newberg, OR is another utilities employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $100 in current penalties.

1.5
violations per inspection
33.3%
of violations were serious
#99,306
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

C 68/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Utilities per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency runs well below peers (0.02x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$100 Top 1% most affordable more affordable than 100% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Utilities employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.007.615.222.830.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCITY OF SALEM SEWAGE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29CITY OF GLOUCESTER C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9BOROUGH OF FLEMINGTO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12BOROUGH OF RUMSON SE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8NALCO COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4SEVERN TRENT SERVICE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6CITY OF MONTPELIER W…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3GENERA PR, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1DINWIDDIE COUNTY WAT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3UNIVERSITY OF TENNES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2TOWN OF TROUTVILLE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7WESTMORELAND - WASTE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5CITY OF RAWLINS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1TRACY CITY - WATER T…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10NORWICH CITY WATER D…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12AEE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1ROME CITY WATER FILT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1SCOTT COUNTY PSA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7CONSUMERS ENERGY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Nehalem Bay Wastewat…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3
Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 3 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Utilities peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency in the Utilities enforcement ledger

Among 866 Utilities employers with OSHA penalties on file, Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency ranks #854 at $100 current penalty.

How Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency Compares

Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency's 1.50 violations per inspection compares to the Utilities sector average of 6.1 violations per employer.

Against the Utilities industry average of $5,509 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.02x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-01-13

Last Inspection

2010-03-17

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

1.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$50

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,104

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 1.5 violations per visit. That's $50 per inspection vs. the Utilities average of $2,104.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

33.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

66.7% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$100

Current Penalty Amount

$100

Penalty Reduction

None

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Industry Safety Context: Utilities

How Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency compares to the Utilities sector, which has 2,996 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 3 6.1
Total Penalty $100 $5,509
Avg Penalty per Inspection $50 $2,104
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Nationwide Utilities peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency, both outside OR so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($100 here).

Aee Palo Seco $100 PR Town of Old Orchard Beach $100 ME Pud #1 Franklin County $100 WA Highland Park Water Treatment PLT $125 MI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

City of Salem Sewage Treatment 2 insp. Salem, NJ City of Gloucester City Department of Environmental Utilities (Water) 2 insp. Gloucester City, NJ Borough of Flemington Water Department 2 insp. Flemington, NJ Borough of Rumson Sewer/Wastewater Department 2 insp. Rumson, NJ

Nearby & Similar Employers in Utilities

Showing 5 of 2995 other employers tracked in this sector.

Portland General Electric Company
Newberg, OR
2 inspections $100
Santiam Water Control District
Stayton, OR
2 inspections $100
Rock Creek Water District
Grand Ronde, OR
2 inspections $100
Seal Rock Water District
Seal Rock, OR
4 inspections $100
Aee Palo Seco
Toa Baja, PR
4 inspections $100

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What to do with this record

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Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency's workplace safety record is average, with typical for this industry. The employer has 3 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Utilities industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency have? ▼
Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $100.
How many OSHA inspections has Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency had? ▼
Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-01-13 and the most recent on 2010-03-17. This averages 1.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency? ▼
Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency has been assessed $100 in current OSHA penalties.
Does Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency has 1 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
What industry does Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency operate in? ▼
Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency operates in the Utilities sector (NAICS code 221320). This industry has 2,996 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,843 total OSHA inspections and $16.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency ranks #99,306 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Nehalem Bay Wastewater Agency's total OSHA penalty of $100 is below the Utilities industry average of $5,509 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Portland General Electric Company in Newberg, OR is a similar utilities employer with $100 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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