B65/100
FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 34,620 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH2900612
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 218.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Is FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (65/100), 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 FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
67 contaminants were tested in FAIRBORN 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 FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 34,620 people, Ohio.
What type of water does FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
FAIRBORN 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 OH2900612.
How does FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Ohio?
FAIRBORN PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM scores 65/100 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.