A85/100
ASHLAND CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,648 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OH0300112
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 278.44 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 ASHLAND CITY
Is ASHLAND CITY water safe to drink?
ASHLAND CITY water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ASHLAND CITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in ASHLAND CITY's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ASHLAND CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, ASHLAND CITY has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ASHLAND CITY serve?
ASHLAND CITY serves approximately 20,648 people, Ohio.
What type of water does ASHLAND CITY provide?
ASHLAND CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH0300112.
How does ASHLAND CITY compare to other utilities in Ohio?
ASHLAND CITY scores 85/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.