A88/100
CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,286 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH2500312
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 56.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
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 CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS
Is CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS water safe to drink?
CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in CANAL WINCHESTER CITY 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 CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other.
How many people does CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS serve?
CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS serves approximately 9,286 people, Ohio.
What type of water does CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS provide?
CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH2500312.
How does CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
CANAL WINCHESTER CITY PWS scores 88/100 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.