D39/100
RITTMAN CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,491 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OH8503012
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 81.60 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 RITTMAN CITY PWS
Is RITTMAN CITY PWS water safe to drink?
RITTMAN CITY PWS water receives a grade of D (39/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RITTMAN CITY PWS detected?
32 contaminants were tested in RITTMAN CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RITTMAN CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, RITTMAN CITY PWS has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does RITTMAN CITY PWS serve?
RITTMAN CITY PWS serves approximately 6,491 people, Ohio.
What type of water does RITTMAN CITY PWS provide?
RITTMAN CITY PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH8503012.
How does RITTMAN CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
RITTMAN CITY PWS scores 39/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.