A90/100
PAINESVILLE CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,728 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH4301611
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 124.20 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 PAINESVILLE CITY PWS
Is PAINESVILLE CITY PWS water safe to drink?
PAINESVILLE CITY PWS water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PAINESVILLE CITY PWS detected?
70 contaminants were tested in PAINESVILLE CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAINESVILLE CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAINESVILLE CITY PWS has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does PAINESVILLE CITY PWS serve?
PAINESVILLE CITY PWS serves approximately 31,728 people, Ohio.
What type of water does PAINESVILLE CITY PWS provide?
PAINESVILLE 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 OH4301611.
How does PAINESVILLE CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
PAINESVILLE CITY PWS scores 90/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.