F0/100
GERMANTOWN CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,796 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH5701012
Violations
92
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 77.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 GERMANTOWN CITY PWS
Is GERMANTOWN CITY PWS water safe to drink?
GERMANTOWN CITY PWS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 92 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GERMANTOWN CITY PWS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in GERMANTOWN 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 GERMANTOWN CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, GERMANTOWN CITY PWS has 92 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 21 are health-based violations.
How many people does GERMANTOWN CITY PWS serve?
GERMANTOWN CITY PWS serves approximately 5,796 people, Ohio.
What type of water does GERMANTOWN CITY PWS provide?
GERMANTOWN CITY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH5701012.
How does GERMANTOWN CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
GERMANTOWN CITY PWS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.