D29/100
DOVER CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,253 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OH7900412
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 261.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 DOVER CITY PWS
Is DOVER CITY PWS water safe to drink?
DOVER CITY PWS water receives a grade of D (29/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DOVER CITY PWS detected?
67 contaminants were tested in DOVER 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 DOVER CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, DOVER CITY PWS has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does DOVER CITY PWS serve?
DOVER CITY PWS serves approximately 13,253 people, Ohio.
What type of water does DOVER CITY PWS provide?
DOVER CITY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH7900412.
How does DOVER CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
DOVER CITY PWS scores 29/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.