C45/100
SIDNEY CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,614 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH7501214
Violations
35
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 SIDNEY CITY PWS
Is SIDNEY CITY PWS water safe to drink?
SIDNEY CITY PWS water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SIDNEY CITY PWS detected?
76 contaminants were tested in SIDNEY CITY PWS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SIDNEY CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SIDNEY CITY PWS has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SIDNEY CITY PWS serve?
SIDNEY CITY PWS serves approximately 20,614 people, Ohio.
What type of water does SIDNEY CITY PWS provide?
SIDNEY 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 OH7501214.
How does SIDNEY CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
SIDNEY CITY PWS scores 45/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.