F0/100
CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,520 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH3000111
Violations
121
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 27.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
strontium | 1900.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF
Is CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 121 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF detected?
70 contaminants were tested in CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, strontium. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF has 121 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include TT, Other, MCL. 81 are health-based violations.
How many people does CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF serve?
CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF serves approximately 10,520 people, Ohio.
What type of water does CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF provide?
CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF 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 OH3000111.
How does CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Ohio?
CAMBRIDGE, CITY OF 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.