C46/100
NEWARK CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 49,934 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH4502314
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 22.00 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 NEWARK CITY PWS
Is NEWARK CITY PWS water safe to drink?
NEWARK CITY PWS water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEWARK CITY PWS detected?
70 contaminants were tested in NEWARK CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWARK CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWARK CITY PWS has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEWARK CITY PWS serve?
NEWARK CITY PWS serves approximately 49,934 people, Ohio.
What type of water does NEWARK CITY PWS provide?
NEWARK 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 OH4502314.
How does NEWARK CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
NEWARK CITY PWS scores 46/100 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.