B71/100
BOWLING GREEN CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,578 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH8700311
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 320.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 BOWLING GREEN CITY
Is BOWLING GREEN CITY water safe to drink?
BOWLING GREEN CITY water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BOWLING GREEN CITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BOWLING GREEN CITY's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOWLING GREEN CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOWLING GREEN CITY has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BOWLING GREEN CITY serve?
BOWLING GREEN CITY serves approximately 31,578 people, Ohio.
What type of water does BOWLING GREEN CITY provide?
BOWLING GREEN 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 OH8700311.
How does BOWLING GREEN CITY compare to other utilities in Ohio?
BOWLING GREEN CITY scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.