B78/100
ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 35,345 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
OH7101412
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 876.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 565.47 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 1986.
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 ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC
Is ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC water safe to drink?
ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 67 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC detected?
67 contaminants were tested in ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC have any EPA violations?
Yes, ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1986. Violation types include MR.
How many people does ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC serve?
ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC serves approximately 35,345 people, Ohio.
What type of water does ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC provide?
ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH7101412.
How does ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC compare to other utilities in Ohio?
ROSS COUNTY WATER CO INC scores 78/100 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.