A80/100
PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,606 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH6702812
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1200.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Public notification violation
When: January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 15, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform 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 PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES
Is PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES water safe to drink?
PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES detected?
32 contaminants were tested in PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES have any EPA violations?
Yes, PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, Other, MON. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES serve?
PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES serves approximately 8,606 people, Ohio.
What type of water does PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES provide?
PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH6702812.
How does PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES compare to other utilities in Ohio?
PORTAGE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES scores 80/100 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.