C49/100
GALION CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,453 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH1700211
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 51.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 16, 2021 – January 4, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 GALION CITY
Is GALION CITY water safe to drink?
GALION CITY water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GALION CITY detected?
70 contaminants were tested in GALION CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GALION CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, GALION CITY has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does GALION CITY serve?
GALION CITY serves approximately 10,453 people, Ohio.
What type of water does GALION CITY provide?
GALION CITY 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 OH1700211.
How does GALION CITY compare to other utilities in Ohio?
GALION CITY scores 49/100 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.