Looking for a Phase I ESA in Milton-Freewater, OR? Describe your project once and up to three environmental consultants who work in Milton-Freewater and Umatilla County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Milton-Freewater is home to about 7,011 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−2.1% since 2020). With 3,453 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Commercial sales and loans here routinely require a Phase I, especially for former industrial, gas station and dry cleaning sites.
Milton-Freewater at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 7,011 (−2.1% since 2020)
- Rank in Oregon
- 69th of 240 cities and towns
- Land area
- 2.0 sq mi
- Population density
- 3,453 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Milton-Freewater city)
- Main county
- Umatilla County
What to check before hiring in Milton-Freewater
- Qualifications: the report is signed by an Environmental Professional under the EPA All Appropriate Inquiries rule; some states also license environmental consultants.
- Lender requirements: check whether your lender has its own scope or reliance letter requirements.
- Timing: order early: records requests and the site visit take time.
- Price drivers: property size and history, number of buildings and turnaround.
Useful official resources
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EPA: brownfields
All Appropriate Inquiries and brownfields programs.
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ASTM International
Publisher of the E1527 standard.
Services available in Milton-Freewater
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Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
Records review, site visit and interviews to ASTM E1527 by an Environmental Professional, for a purchase or a loan.
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Phase II Environmental Site Assessment
Soil, groundwater or vapor sampling when a Phase I identifies a recognized environmental condition.
Frequently asked questions in Milton-Freewater
How much does a Phase I ESA cost in Milton-Freewater, OR?
It depends on the size and history of the property and the turnaround. Describe the property: consultants who serve Milton-Freewater send a proposal.
How long does it take?
Often two to three weeks; rush service is usually available.
What if the Phase I finds something?
A Phase II may be recommended to sample soil or groundwater and assess the extent.
Which environmental consultants will contact me?
Up to three independent environmental consultants who serve Milton-Freewater and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.