A83/100
ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,276 people · Ohio
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH0500303
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 129.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform 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 ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS
Is ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS water safe to drink?
ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS serve?
ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS serves approximately 3,276 people, Ohio.
What type of water does ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS provide?
ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH0500303.
How does ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
ATHENS CO., THE PLAINS S.D. 1 PWS scores 83/100 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.