C46/100
BARNESVILLE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,500 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH0700011
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/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 BARNESVILLE
Is BARNESVILLE water safe to drink?
BARNESVILLE water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BARNESVILLE detected?
58 contaminants were tested in BARNESVILLE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BARNESVILLE have any EPA violations?
Yes, BARNESVILLE has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does BARNESVILLE serve?
BARNESVILLE serves approximately 6,500 people, Ohio.
What type of water does BARNESVILLE provide?
BARNESVILLE 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 OH0700011.
How does BARNESVILLE compare to other utilities in Ohio?
BARNESVILLE scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.