B77/100
OXFORD CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,000 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH0902312
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 143.00 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 2005.
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 OXFORD CITY PWS
Is OXFORD CITY PWS water safe to drink?
OXFORD CITY PWS water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 67 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OXFORD CITY PWS detected?
67 contaminants were tested in OXFORD 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 OXFORD CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, OXFORD CITY PWS has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does OXFORD CITY PWS serve?
OXFORD CITY PWS serves approximately 24,000 people, Ohio.
What type of water does OXFORD CITY PWS provide?
OXFORD CITY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH0902312.
How does OXFORD CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
OXFORD CITY 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.