D32/100
LORAIN CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 64,152 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
OH4700711
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 10.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 LORAIN CITY PWS
Is LORAIN CITY PWS water safe to drink?
LORAIN CITY PWS water receives a grade of D (32/100), 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 LORAIN CITY PWS detected?
77 contaminants were tested in LORAIN CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LORAIN CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, LORAIN CITY PWS has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does LORAIN CITY PWS serve?
LORAIN CITY PWS serves approximately 64,152 people, Ohio.
What type of water does LORAIN CITY PWS provide?
LORAIN CITY PWS 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 OH4700711.
How does LORAIN CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
LORAIN CITY PWS scores 32/100 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.