C43/100
NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,582 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OH8400612
Violations
42
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 462.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: November 14, 2024 – June 16, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – June 16, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: November 23, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS
Is NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS water safe to drink?
NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS water receives a grade of C (43/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS detected?
2 contaminants were tested in NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT 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 NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS serve?
NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS serves approximately 1,582 people, Ohio.
What type of water does NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS provide?
NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH8400612.
How does NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
NEWPORT WATER/SEWER DISTRICT PWS scores 43/100 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.