B78/100
CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 107,113 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH7608112
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 604.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 25, 2021 – June 29, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Is CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 67 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
67 contaminants were tested in CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 107,113 people, Ohio.
What type of water does CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH7608112.
How does CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Ohio?
CANTON PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM scores 78/100 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.