F0/100
BARBERTON CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,298 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH7700411
Violations
60
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 80.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 538.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 BARBERTON CITY
Is BARBERTON CITY water safe to drink?
BARBERTON CITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 60 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BARBERTON CITY detected?
70 contaminants were tested in BARBERTON CITY'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 BARBERTON CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, BARBERTON CITY has 60 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does BARBERTON CITY serve?
BARBERTON CITY serves approximately 31,298 people, Ohio.
What type of water does BARBERTON CITY provide?
BARBERTON CITY 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 OH7700411.
How does BARBERTON CITY compare to other utilities in Ohio?
BARBERTON CITY 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.