B70/100
NORWOOD CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,870 people · Ohio
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH3101703
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 18.30 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 NORWOOD CITY PWS
Is NORWOOD CITY PWS water safe to drink?
NORWOOD CITY PWS water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 77 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORWOOD CITY PWS detected?
77 contaminants were tested in NORWOOD CITY 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 NORWOOD CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORWOOD CITY PWS has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORWOOD CITY PWS serve?
NORWOOD CITY PWS serves approximately 19,870 people, Ohio.
What type of water does NORWOOD CITY PWS provide?
NORWOOD CITY 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 OH3101703.
How does NORWOOD CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
NORWOOD CITY PWS scores 70/100 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.