C57/100
ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 68,000 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH4700411
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT
Is ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 68,000 people, Ohio.
What type of water does ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT 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 OH4700411.
How does ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Ohio?
ELYRIA WATER DEPARTMENT scores 57/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.