F0/100
ALLIANCE CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,232 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
OH7600011
Violations
35
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 87.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 256.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: March 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: June 1, 2021 – June 30, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALLIANCE CITY PWS
Is ALLIANCE CITY PWS water safe to drink?
ALLIANCE CITY PWS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ALLIANCE CITY PWS detected?
70 contaminants were tested in ALLIANCE CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALLIANCE CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALLIANCE CITY PWS has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALLIANCE CITY PWS serve?
ALLIANCE CITY PWS serves approximately 22,232 people, Ohio.
What type of water does ALLIANCE CITY PWS provide?
ALLIANCE CITY PWS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OH7600011.
How does ALLIANCE CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
ALLIANCE CITY PWS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.