B71/100
MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,980 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH0701212
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 153.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Is MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
32 contaminants were tested in MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 6,980 people, Ohio.
What type of water does MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
MARTINS FERRY 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 OH0701212.
How does MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Ohio?
MARTINS FERRY PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM scores 71/100 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.