C56/100
MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 51,229 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH0901712
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 43.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 2021.
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 MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS
Is MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS water safe to drink?
MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS detected?
67 contaminants were tested in MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS serve?
MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS serves approximately 51,229 people, Ohio.
What type of water does MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS provide?
MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH0901712.
How does MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
MIDDLETOWN CITY PWS scores 56/100 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.