B77/100
MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 46,324 people · Ohio
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH5201903
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 226.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS
Is MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS water safe to drink?
MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS detected?
70 contaminants were tested in MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST 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 MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS serve?
MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS serves approximately 46,324 people, Ohio.
What type of water does MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS provide?
MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OH5201903.
How does MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
MEDINA CO/NORTHWEST PWS scores 77/100 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.